Infectious and Inflammatory Disorders in Adults

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Which of the following is an example of an inflammatory disorder of adults?

  • Tuberculosis
  • Appendicitis (correct)
  • Hepatitis
  • Pneumonia

What type of pneumonia is characterized by lower respiratory tract infection of lung tissues with the onset in the community?

  • Atypical pneumonia
  • Hospital-acquired pneumonia
  • Ventilator-associated pneumonia
  • Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) (correct)

Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma caused by a microbial agent?

  • Pneumonia (correct)
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
  • Multiple Sclerosis

Which disorder is an immunologic disorder of adults?

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Which disorder is characterized by the immune system attacking the central nervous system?

<p>Multiple Sclerosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma caused by a microbial agent?

<p>Pneumonia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is a lower respiratory tract infection of lung tissues with the onset in the community?

<p>Community-acquired pneumonia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of the bowel and includes Ulcerative Colitis and Chron’s Disease?

<p>Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system?

<p>Multiple Sclerosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by the enlargement of the prostate gland and can cause lower urinary tract symptoms?

<p>Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an inflammatory disorder affecting the urinary system?

<p>Cystitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by the immune system attacking the peripheral nervous system?

<p>Guillain Barre Syndrome (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is an example of an infectious disease causing inflammation of the brain?

<p>Encephalitis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of pneumonia is associated with onset in the community and not related to hospital-acquired conditions?

<p>Community-Acquired Pneumonia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by inflammation of the pancreas?

<p>Pancreatitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Appendicitis

Inflammation of the appendix, typically caused by a blockage.

Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)

A type of pneumonia contracted outside of a hospital setting.

Pneumonia

Inflammation of the lung parenchyma caused by a microbial agent, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi.

Multiple Sclerosis

An autoimmune disorder that affects the central nervous system, leading to inflammation and damage to myelin sheath.

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Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)

A group of disorders characterized by inflammation of the bowel, including Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease.

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Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)

Enlargement of the prostate gland, often causing lower urinary tract symptoms such as difficulty urinating.

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Cystitis

Inflammation of the bladder, often caused by a bacterial infection.

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Guillain Barre Syndrome

An autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system, leading to muscle weakness and paralysis.

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Encephalitis

Inflammation of the brain, usually caused by a viral infection.

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Pancreatitis

Inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by gallstones or alcohol abuse.

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