Chapter 7: Disease Classwork

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What is the difference between a disease and a disorder?

A disease is always communicable, while a disorder is non-communicable

A disease interferes with the normal function of the body, while a disorder causes abnormality of function (correct)

A disease always has known causes, while a disorder is idiopathic

A disease is always acute, while a disorder can be chronic

Which term describes a disease of long duration?

Incurable

Terminal

Chronic (correct)

Acute

What type of disease cannot be passed from one living thing to another?

Acute

Non-communicable (correct)

Communicable

Idiopathic

Which term refers to a disease that cannot be cured or adequately treated?

Incurable Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'idiopathic' refer to in relation to diseases?

A disease of unknown cause Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disease is caused by pathogens and can be transferred from one living thing to another?

Communicable Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of a terminal disease?

It eventually ends in death Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a disease of sudden onset and short duration?

Acute Signup and view all the answers

What type of disease is caused by genes, diet, behavior, and other factors?

Non-communicable Signup and view all the answers

What term describes an abnormality of function; pathological condition?

Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is trauma?

Any physical injury to the body caused by an accident or violence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of trauma?

Animal bites Signup and view all the answers

What is a leading cause of death in the United States?

Heart disease Signup and view all the answers

How can a person lower their risk of heart disease?

Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is cancer?

Uncontrolled cell growth in the body Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method for preventing cancer?

Regular screenings Signup and view all the answers

What are common treatments for cancer?

Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to a heart attack or stroke?

$Thrombus$ (blood clot) Signup and view all the answers

Where is bone marrow located in the human body?

$Femur$ (thigh bone) Signup and view all the answers

What is a neoplasm?

A tumor that can be malignant or benign Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a disease that spreads rapidly and affects a large number of people?

Epidemic Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe a noncancerous, not threatening disease?

Benign Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a condition one is born with?

Congenital Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to an objective finding that can be seen upon observation such as a rash or swelling?

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What is the process of determining what is making a patient ill called?

Diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

Which disease classification involves abnormalities in a person’s genes?

Hereditary or genetic Signup and view all the answers

What type of disease results from exposure to air and water pollution, radiation, or other harmful substances?

Environmental Signup and view all the answers

What are two eating disorders that may lead to malnutrition?

Bulimia and anorexia Signup and view all the answers

Which disease involves too much body fat and is a leading preventable cause of death worldwide?

Obesity Signup and view all the answers

"Rheumatoid arthritis" is an example of which type of disease?

"Degenerative" Signup and view all the answers