Question 1

To which of the following does the term apoptosis refer?

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A)   Increased rate of mitosis by certain cells
B)   Ischemic damage to cells
C)   Liquefaction of necrotic tissue
D)   Preprogrammed cell self-destructionE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

All of the following are part of the Seven Steps to Health EXCEPT:

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A)   follow cancer screening guidelines.
B)   use sun block agents whenever exposed.
C)   participate in strenuous exercise on a regular daily basis.
D)   choose high fiber, lower fat foods.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 3

A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed:

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A)   latent stage.
B)   predisposing factor.
C)   incidence.
D)   precipitating factor.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

A change in a tissue marked by cells that vary in size and shape and show increased mitotic figures would be called:

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A)   metaplasia.
B)   atrophy.
C)   dysplasia.
D)   hypertrophy.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called:

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A)   acute.
B)   latent.
C)   chronic.
D)   manifestation.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

The term homeostasis refers to:

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A)   the causative factors in a particular disease.
B)   maintenance of a stable internal environment.
C)   a condition that triggers an acute episode.
D)   a collection of signs and symptoms.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

The term disease refers to:

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A)   the period of recovery and return to a normal healthy state.
B)   a deviation from the normal state of health and function.
C)   the treatment measures used to promote recovery.
D)   a basic collection of signs and symptoms.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

A type of cellular adaptation in which there is a decrease in cell size is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)   hypertrophy.
B)   metaplasia.
C)   anaplasia.
D)   atrophy.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an:

Accepted Answer

A)   epidemic.
B)   exacerbation.
C)   morbidity.
D)   pandemic.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a (an) :

Accepted Answer

A)   acute disease.
B)   multiorgan disorder.
C)   syndrome.
D)   manifestation.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   An inherited disorder
B)   A combination of specific etiological factors
C)   An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug
D)   Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals in the environmentE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease has been established?

Accepted Answer

A)   Symptoms
B)   Occurrence
C)   Manifestations
D)   ComplicationE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

The term cancer refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)   dysplasia.
B)   hyperplasia.
C)   metaplasia.
D)   malignant neoplasm.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Pathophysiology involves the study of:

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A)   the structure of the human body.
B)   the functions of various organs in the body.
C)   functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes.
D)   various cell structures and related functions.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 15

The term prognosis refers to the:

Accepted Answer

A)   period of recovery and return to a normal state.
B)   expected outcome of the disease.
C)   mortality and morbidity rates for a given population.
D)   typical collection of signs and symptoms.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alteration of DNA does not change cell function.
B)   Damaged cells may be able to repair themselves.
C)   All types of cells die at the same rate.
D)   Mild ischemia causes immediate cell death.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Exam 1: Introduction to Pathophysiology

A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a (an) :

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A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed:

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A change in a tissue marked by cells that vary in size and shape and show increased mitotic figures would be called:

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Which of the following statements is TRUE?

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A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an:

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The term disease refers to:

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Pathophysiology involves the study of:

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To which of the following does the term apoptosis refer?

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Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease?

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A type of cellular adaptation in which there is a decrease in cell size is referred to as:

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The term prognosis refers to the:

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The term homeostasis refers to:

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The term cancer refers to:

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A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called:

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All of the following are part of the Seven Steps to Health EXCEPT:

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Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease has been established?

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A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a (an) :

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A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed:

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A change in a tissue marked by cells that vary in size and shape and show increased mitotic figures would be called:

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Which of the following statements is TRUE?

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A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an:

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The term disease refers to:

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