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Test Description: Basic Pathophysiology Vocabulary Terms
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1) The change from normal conditions in the body accompanied by symptom and a pathologic state is present.ss.
A
Disease
B
Homeostasis
C
Disorder
D
Pathology
2) The study of the cause of a disease is known as-
A
Sociology
B
Biology
C
Etiology
D
Pathology
3) What does the term idiopathic refer to in medical terminology?
A
Diseases related to psychological factors
B
Diseases caused by genetic predisposition
C
Diseases originating from external sources
D
Diseases with unknown or unclear origins
4) Which part of the human body is primarily responsible for the sense of smell, also known as olfaction?
A
Ears
B
Tongue
C
Nose
D
Eyes
5) What does the term latency mean in relation to disease?
A
The time it takes for a disease to spread
B
The period during which a disease is contagious
C
The time it takes to recover from a disease
D
The period between exposure to the virus and onset of symptoms
6) Objective findings include all of the following EXCEPT-
A
Physical exam
B
What the patient tells the physician
C
Diagnostic testing
D
What the doctor can see or measure, such as temperature
7) What is the role of pathogenic organisms in disease?
A
They prevent diseases
B
They cause diseases
C
They improve immune system strength
D
They produce vitamins in the body
8) Which of the following best describes a disease that is systematic in its manifestations?
A
It follows a predictable pattern and impacts several body systems
B
It the body's response to an irritant/injury and is localized in a specific part of the body.
C
It affects only one body system.
D
All are correct
9) What is the primary purpose of a biopsy in medical diagnosis?
A
To increase blood flow to the affected area
B
To examine tissue or cells to determine if cancer is present
C
To reduce inflammation in the body
D
To remove a cancerous tumor and accelerate healing
10) What is a nosocomial infection?
A
An infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare facility
B
A disease caused by human intervention or treatment
C
A disease that arises spontaneously or for which the cause is unknown.
D
An infection acquired from contaminated food
11) An infectious disease can be spread..
A
all of the above
B
from person to person
C
by touching a contaminated object
D
from animal to person
12) What is the term for a disease or disorder that is inherited genetically or present at birth?
A
Chronic disease
B
Acquired disease
C
Infectious disease
D
Congenital disease
13) How does an acute disease differ from a chronic disease?
A
Acute diseases have sudden onset and short duration, while chronic diseases last for a long time
B
Acute diseases are caused by viruses, while chronic diseases are caused by bacteria
C
Acute diseases have no cure, while chronic diseases can be cured
D
Acute diseases only affect young individuals, while chronic diseases affect the elderly
14) Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term diagnosis?
A
The process of identifying a disease or condition
B
The study of the human body and its functions
C
A treatment plan for a specific medical condition
D
A prediction of future outcomes based on past data
15) Which of the following best describes the purpose of a prognosis?
A
To outline the treatment plan options for a patient.
B
To predict the likely outcome of a disease or condition.
C
To identify the symptoms of a medical condition.
D
To determine the underlying cause of a disease.
16) According to the text, what does the term remission refer to?
A
The process of diagnosing a disease
B
The side effects of medication
C
The disappearance of a disease
D
The cost of medical treatments
17) Which of the following is an example of a medical complication?
A
A patient's blood pressure returning to normal after taking medication
B
A patient experiencing mild discomfort after a routine vaccination
C
A patient successfully completing physical therapy sessions after a heart attack
D
A patient's wound healing without any complications
18) Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor?
A
All are risk factors
B
Environment
C
Age and gender
D
Heredity
19) Which of the following is an example of prophylaxis?
A
Using medication to manage chronic pain
B
Getting vaccinated to prevent a disease
C
Undergoing surgery to remove a tumor
D
Taking antibiotics to treat an infection
20) What is the definition of homeostasis?
A
The process of obtaining nutrients from food
B
The process of breaking down molecules for energy
C
The process of cell division and growth
D
a) The process of maintaining a stable internal environment
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