Introduction to Pathophysiology by Mr. Mu`taz Al-Momani
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Which term refers to the unwanted outcomes of a primary condition?

  • Prognosis
  • Complications
  • Remissions
  • Sequelae (correct)

    • What is the term used for the condition that triggers an acute episode of a disease?

  • Therapy
  • Complications
  • Remissions
  • Exacerbation (correct)

    • What is indicated by the term 'morbidity'?

  • Indicates the number of people with a disease within a group (correct)
  • Manifestations of the disease subside or are absent
  • New secondary or additional problems
  • The number of deaths resulting from a particular disease within a group

    • Which term represents the period of recovery and return to the normal healthy state?

    <p>Convalescence/rehabilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'therapy' refer to in the context of pathophysiology?

    <p>Treatment measures to promote recovery or slow disease progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'decline' in the context of infectious diseases stages?

    <p>Manifestations of the disease subside or are absent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the probability for recovery or other outcomes?

    <p>Prognosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do 'complications' represent in the language of pathophysiology?

    <p>New secondary or additional problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term denotes the collection of signs and symptoms often affecting more than one organ?

    <p>Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pathophysiology, what is meant by 'incubation' as a stage of infectious diseases?

    <p>Period when the pathogen is establishing itself but no signs are present</p> Signup and view all the answers

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