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Which of the following is an example of a medical complication?
a) A patient experiencing mild discomfort after a routine vaccination
b) A patient's blood pressure returning to normal after taking medication
c) A patient successfully completing physical therapy sessions after a heart attack
d) A patient's wound healing without any complications

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term diagnosis?
a) The process of identifying a disease or condition
b) A prediction of future outcomes based on past data
c) A treatment plan for a specific medical condition
d) The study of the human body and its functions

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a prognosis?
a) To predict the likely outcome of a disease or condition.
b) To determine the underlying cause of a disease.
c) To outline the treatment plan options for a patient.
d) To identify the symptoms of a medical condition.

According to the text, what does the term remission refer to?
a) The disappearance of a disease
b) The process of diagnosing a disease
c) The cost of medical treatments
d) The side effects of medication

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 only affect young individuals, while chronic diseases affect the elderly
c) Acute diseases are caused by viruses, while chronic diseases are caused by bacteria
d) Acute diseases have no cure, while chronic diseases can be cured

An infectious disease can be spread..
a) from person to person
b) from animal to person
c) by touching a contaminated object
d) all of the above

What is the term for a disease or disorder that is inherited genetically or present at birth?
a) Congenital disease
b) Acquired disease
c) Infectious disease
d) Chronic disease

What is the primary purpose of a biopsy in medical diagnosis?
a) To examine tissue or cells to determine if cancer is present
b) To remove a cancerous tumor and accelerate healing
c) To reduce inflammation in the body
d) To increase blood flow to the affected area

What is a nosocomial infection?
a) An infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare facility
b) An infection acquired from contaminated food
c) A disease caused by human intervention or treatment
d) A disease that arises spontaneously or for which the cause is unknown.

What is the role of pathogenic organisms in disease?
a) They cause diseases
b) They prevent diseases
c) They produce vitamins in the body
d) They improve immune system strength

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

Objective findings include all of the following EXCEPT-
a) What the patient tells the physician
b) Physical exam
c) Diagnostic testing
d) What the doctor can see or measure, such as temperature

Which part of the human body is primarily responsible for the sense of smell, also known as olfaction?
a) Nose
b) Eyes
c) Tongue
d) Ears

What does the term latency mean in relation to disease?
a) The period between exposure to the virus and onset of symptoms
b) The time it takes to recover from a disease
c) The period during which a disease is contagious
d) The time it takes for a disease to spread

The change from normal conditions in the body accompanied by symptom and a pathologic state is present.ss.
a) Disease
b) Homeostasis
c) Pathology
d) Disorder

The study of the cause of a disease is known as-
a) Etiology
b) Biology
c) Pathology
d) Sociology

What does the term idiopathic refer to in medical terminology?
a) Diseases with unknown or unclear origins
b) Diseases related to psychological factors
c) Diseases originating from external sources
d) Diseases caused by genetic predisposition

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor?
a) All are risk factors
b) Age and gender
c) Environment
d) Heredity

Which of the following is an example of prophylaxis?
a) Getting vaccinated to prevent a disease
b) Taking antibiotics to treat an infection
c) Undergoing surgery to remove a tumor
d) Using medication to manage chronic pain

What is the definition of homeostasis?
a) a) The process of maintaining a stable internal environment
b) The process of breaking down molecules for energy
c) The process of cell division and growth
d) The process of obtaining nutrients from food

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