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What is the primary role of inflammation in the body?
What is the primary role of inflammation in the body?
- To decrease the number of immune cells in the affected area.
- To destroy invading organisms and set the stage for tissue repair. (correct)
- To prevent blood flow to injured areas.
- To promote tissue damage and increase harmful substances.
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of inflammation?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of inflammation?
- Immobility (correct)
- Swelling
- Warmth
- Redness
What triggers the inflammatory response in the body?
What triggers the inflammatory response in the body?
- The absence of tissue injury.
- The presence of immune cells only.
- Enhanced blood flow to non-injured areas.
- Harmful substances entering the body. (correct)
What effect does increased blood flow have during inflammation?
What effect does increased blood flow have during inflammation?
Which of the following describes the characteristic immune cells involved in inflammation?
Which of the following describes the characteristic immune cells involved in inflammation?
Flashcards
Inflammation
Inflammation
The body's protective response to injury, fighting harmful substances and initiating tissue repair.
Tissue injury
Tissue injury
Damage to body tissues, such as a cut or splinter.
Redness
Redness
One symptom of inflammation, caused by increased blood flow.
Swelling
Swelling
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Pain
Pain
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Study Notes
Inflammation
- Inflammation is the body's normal protective response to tissue injury, trauma, or damage.
- Its purpose is to destroy invading organisms, foreign material, and dying tissues.
- This process sets the stage for tissue repair to occur.
- Harmful substances enter the body triggering inflammation.
- Symptoms of inflammation include pain, warmth, swelling, and redness.
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