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What is the role of leukocytes and plasma proteins in response to an offending agent?
What is the role of leukocytes and plasma proteins in response to an offending agent?
- They directly cause the formation of malignant tumors.
- They replace damaged tissues immediately.
- They create benign tumors.
- They are recruited, activated, and work to eliminate the offending substance. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a basis for the classification of neoplastic diseases?
Which of the following is NOT a basis for the classification of neoplastic diseases?
- Similarity of lesions (morphology)
- Similarity of molecular abnormalities
- Similarity of clinical symptoms (correct)
- Similarity of pathogenesis
According to the WHO definition from 1948, health is described as which of the following?
According to the WHO definition from 1948, health is described as which of the following?
- The ability to perform daily tasks without assistance.
- Physical fitness and absence of any symptoms.
- The absence of disease only.
- A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. (correct)
Which statement accurately reflects a difference between traditional medicine and modern medicine?
Which statement accurately reflects a difference between traditional medicine and modern medicine?
What is the primary purpose of a prognosis in healthcare?
What is the primary purpose of a prognosis in healthcare?
Which component is not part of the medical history gathering process?
Which component is not part of the medical history gathering process?
What is a key requirement for an effective screening test?
What is a key requirement for an effective screening test?
Which of the following actions is essential for maintaining good health?
Which of the following actions is essential for maintaining good health?
When conducting a physical examination, which aspect should be prioritized?
When conducting a physical examination, which aspect should be prioritized?
What best defines a diagnosis in the context of healthcare?
What best defines a diagnosis in the context of healthcare?
Which of the following statements is true regarding assumptions about health?
Which of the following statements is true regarding assumptions about health?
Which of the following describes a desired characteristic of screening tests for genetic diseases?
Which of the following describes a desired characteristic of screening tests for genetic diseases?
What is the primary function of differential diagnosis?
What is the primary function of differential diagnosis?
In terms of early identification of diseases, what does a good screening test require?
In terms of early identification of diseases, what does a good screening test require?
What characteristic is essential for screening tests regarding cost?
What characteristic is essential for screening tests regarding cost?
Which example illustrates a typical screening test for a specific disease?
Which example illustrates a typical screening test for a specific disease?
What term describes a pathological condition resulting from disruption of normal bodily functions leading to specific symptoms or signs?
What term describes a pathological condition resulting from disruption of normal bodily functions leading to specific symptoms or signs?
Which type of disease is characterized by the absence of morphological abnormalities but with disturbed body functions?
Which type of disease is characterized by the absence of morphological abnormalities but with disturbed body functions?
What is the distinction between symptomatic and asymptomatic disease primarily based on?
What is the distinction between symptomatic and asymptomatic disease primarily based on?
What classification of disease involves developmental disturbances due to genetic abnormalities or environmental interactions?
What classification of disease involves developmental disturbances due to genetic abnormalities or environmental interactions?
Which term refers to the cause of a disease?
Which term refers to the cause of a disease?
Which type of disease is categorized as having a known or unknown etiology characterized by an inflammatory response?
Which type of disease is categorized as having a known or unknown etiology characterized by an inflammatory response?
Which of the following represents a group of symptoms or changes that consistently occur together?
Which of the following represents a group of symptoms or changes that consistently occur together?
What does pathologists study to classify and diagnose diseases?
What does pathologists study to classify and diagnose diseases?
Which process describes the development of disease from onset to manifestation?
Which process describes the development of disease from onset to manifestation?
What type of disease is primarily associated with tissue degeneration due to aging or breakdown?
What type of disease is primarily associated with tissue degeneration due to aging or breakdown?
What condition could potentially arise from chronic elevated blood pressure?
What condition could potentially arise from chronic elevated blood pressure?
Which diagnostic procedure measures the electrical activity of the brain?
Which diagnostic procedure measures the electrical activity of the brain?
What is the primary purpose of an endoscope in medical procedures?
What is the primary purpose of an endoscope in medical procedures?
How do computed tomographic (CT) scans differ from traditional X-rays?
How do computed tomographic (CT) scans differ from traditional X-rays?
What is a primary advantage of MRI over CT scans?
What is a primary advantage of MRI over CT scans?
Which substance is commonly used in radionuclide studies to detect hyperthyroidism?
Which substance is commonly used in radionuclide studies to detect hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary use of a Papanicolau (Pap) smear?
What is the primary use of a Papanicolau (Pap) smear?
What technique evaluates organ function using substances labeled with a radioisotope?
What technique evaluates organ function using substances labeled with a radioisotope?
What does an electromyography (EMG) test analyze?
What does an electromyography (EMG) test analyze?
Which imaging technique is described as using high-frequency sound waves to produce images?
Which imaging technique is described as using high-frequency sound waves to produce images?
Which imaging method is useful for detecting metastasis in bone?
Which imaging method is useful for detecting metastasis in bone?
In medical imaging, what does a radiolucent substance appear as on an X-ray film?
In medical imaging, what does a radiolucent substance appear as on an X-ray film?
Which imaging test can provide early detection of Alzheimer’s disease?
Which imaging test can provide early detection of Alzheimer’s disease?
What is the primary purpose of using contrast media in X-ray imaging?
What is the primary purpose of using contrast media in X-ray imaging?
What does a high level of Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP) in the blood typically indicate?
What does a high level of Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP) in the blood typically indicate?
Which procedure is specifically designed to detect cervical cancer?
Which procedure is specifically designed to detect cervical cancer?
How is a colonoscopy performed?
How is a colonoscopy performed?
What is considered a hypertension reading according to blood pressure tests?
What is considered a hypertension reading according to blood pressure tests?
What is the primary use of a blood glucose test?
What is the primary use of a blood glucose test?
What type of imaging is used in a screening mammogram?
What type of imaging is used in a screening mammogram?
Which of the following tests is commonly used to detect neural tube defects during pregnancy?
Which of the following tests is commonly used to detect neural tube defects during pregnancy?
What is the primary purpose of a routine blood pressure test?
What is the primary purpose of a routine blood pressure test?
Flashcards
Disorder
Disorder
A state of illness that disrupts normal physical or mental functions.
Disease
Disease
A specific pathological condition with structural abnormalities causing identifiable symptoms.
Lesion
Lesion
Distinct changes in tissues caused by disease, visible upon examination.
Organic disease
Organic disease
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Functional disease
Functional disease
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Pathology
Pathology
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Symptoms
Symptoms
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Signs
Signs
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Symptomatic disease
Symptomatic disease
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Asymptomatic disease
Asymptomatic disease
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Syndrome
Syndrome
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Etiology
Etiology
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Pathogen
Pathogen
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Congenital and hereditary diseases
Congenital and hereditary diseases
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Inflammatory diseases
Inflammatory diseases
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Degenerative diseases
Degenerative diseases
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Metabolic diseases
Metabolic diseases
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Neoplastic diseases
Neoplastic diseases
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Benign tumor
Benign tumor
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Malignant tumor
Malignant tumor
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Health
Health
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Active involvement in health
Active involvement in health
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Diagnosis
Diagnosis
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Prognosis
Prognosis
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Treatment
Treatment
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Special treatment
Special treatment
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Symptomatic treatment
Symptomatic treatment
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Current illness history
Current illness history
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Medical history
Medical history
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Family history
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Social history
Social history
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Review of symptoms
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Disease
- Disorder refers to an illness disrupting normal physical or mental functions.
- Disease is a pathological condition with structural abnormalities leading to specific symptoms.
- Lesions are distinct structural changes in tissues caused by disease.
- Diseases are classified as:
- Organic: Associated with structural changes identifiable through gross or histologic examination.
- Functional: Lacks morphological abnormalities but function is severely disturbed.
- Pathology is the study of changes in the body caused by disease; pathologists diagnose diseases based on cellular and tissue morphology.
- Symptoms are subjective, like pain or dizziness, while signs are objective manifestations, such as swelling.
- Diseases can be symptomatic (with signs/symptoms) or asymptomatic (no signs/symptoms), with asymptomatic conditions often detected in early disease stages.
- A syndrome is a collection of symptoms that frequently appear together.
- Etiology refers to the cause of a disease, and pathogens are organisms causing disease.
Classifications of Disease
- Congenital and hereditary diseases arise from genetic abnormalities or environmental factors.
- Example: Congenital rubella syndrome due to maternal infection.
- Inflammatory diseases result from the body's injury response, influenced by infections or autoimmune reactions.
- Degenerative diseases involve tissue or organ breakdown, often due to aging, like arthritis.
- Metabolic diseases are characterized by disturbances in metabolic processes, e.g., diabetes.
- Neoplastic diseases involve abnormal cell growth, forming benign (e.g., lipoma) or malignant tumors (e.g., lung cancer).
Health and Disease
- WHO defines health as complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely absence of disease.
- Good health requires active involvement in maintaining one's well-being, including diet, exercise, and emotional expression.
Principles of Diagnosis
- Diagnosis involves identifying diseases through clinical history, physical examination, and differential diagnosis.
- Prognosis predicts disease progression, recovery chances, or recurrence likelihood.
- Treatment can be special (targeting underlying causes) or symptomatic (addressing symptoms only).
Clinical History
- Current illness history includes symptom details like severity and onset.
- Medical history covers the patient's overall health and past illnesses.
- Family history assesses health issues running in families.
- Social history examines lifestyle choices affecting health, such as occupation and substance use.
- Review of symptoms includes unrelated symptoms suggesting broader disease impact.
Physical Examination and Diagnosis
- Physical examinations focus on systems affected by illness, aligning findings with clinical history.
- Differential diagnosis considers various diseases that could explain symptoms, guided by selective laboratory tests.
Screening Tests
- Screening detects early asymptomatic diseases for preventive treatment.
- It also screens for genetic diseases passed from parents, aiding in reproductive decisions.
- Effective screening requires significant risk presence, non-invasive testing, early treatment benefits, and reproducible results.
Examples of Screening Tests
- PPD for tuberculosis identifies hypersensitivity reactions.
- PSA test monitors prostate cancer risk via blood PSA levels.
- AFP testing screens for fetal abnormalities during pregnancy and cancer assessment.
- Mammograms and Pap smears detect breast and cervical cancers, respectively.
- Colonoscopy screens for colon cancer by visualizing the entire colon.
- Blood sugar and blood pressure tests identify diabetes and hypertension, respectively.
Diagnostic Tests and Procedures
- Clinical lab tests assess substance concentration in body fluids, aiding in disease diagnosis.
- Electrical activity tests (ECG, EEG, EMG) evaluate heart, brain, and muscle functions.
- Radioisotope studies track organ function using labeled substances, detecting conditions like anemia or tumors.
- Endoscopy allows direct internal examination for surgical evaluation.
- Ultrasound and X-rays create images through sound waves and radiation respectively.
- CT scans provide detailed internal images using X-ray data, while MRI offers images based on tissue water content, avoiding radiation.
- PET scans measure metabolic functions for early disease detection, especially in cancer and brain disorders.
- Cytology and histology studies analyze cell characteristics and tissue structure, aiding in disease recognition.
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Dive into the foundational concepts of disease with this quiz focused on BIOL 2006SEF. Explore the characteristics of disease, classifications, and the differences between health and disease. Additionally, review essential screening and diagnostic tests used in assessing diseases.
