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What are the five cardinal signs of acute inflammation?
What are the five cardinal signs of acute inflammation?
The five cardinal signs of acute inflammation are: redness, hotness, swelling, pain, and loss of function.
What is the purpose of the vascular changes that occur in acute inflammation?
What is the purpose of the vascular changes that occur in acute inflammation?
The purpose of the vascular changes is to dilute the toxins in the inflamed part and to supply more blood that contains leukocytes and antibodies to the area.
How does the increased volume in the dilated vessels lead to transudation of fluid into the extravascular space?
How does the increased volume in the dilated vessels lead to transudation of fluid into the extravascular space?
The increased volume in the dilated vessels leads to an increase in local hydrostatic pressure, which then causes transudation of protein-poor fluid into the extravascular space.
What are the two mechanisms by which chemical mediators can act on the arterioles to cause vasodilation?
What are the two mechanisms by which chemical mediators can act on the arterioles to cause vasodilation?
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What are the systemic manifestations of acute inflammation that may or may not be present?
What are the systemic manifestations of acute inflammation that may or may not be present?
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What is the primary cause of the slowing of circulation during inflammation?
What is the primary cause of the slowing of circulation during inflammation?
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Describe the sequence of events that occurs due to stasis (extreme slowing of blood flow) during inflammation.
Describe the sequence of events that occurs due to stasis (extreme slowing of blood flow) during inflammation.
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What is the net result of increased vascular permeability and escape of exudate during inflammation?
What is the net result of increased vascular permeability and escape of exudate during inflammation?
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Explain the two mechanisms by which endothelial injury can occur during inflammation, leading to increased vascular permeability.
Explain the two mechanisms by which endothelial injury can occur during inflammation, leading to increased vascular permeability.
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Differentiate between exudates and transudates based on the information provided in the text, listing at least three key differences.
Differentiate between exudates and transudates based on the information provided in the text, listing at least three key differences.
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