29 Questions
What does 'prodromal' stage of a disease refer to?
A stage where one is aware of a change in the body but the signs are nonspecific
What term is used to describe triggers that lead to an acute episode of a disease?
Precipitating Factors
During which period do symptoms and signs of a disease generally increase?
Exacerbation
What term describes a collection of signs and symptoms that usually occur together in response to a certain condition?
Syndrome
What is the term for a new secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease starts?
Complications
What is the definition of homeostasis?
The ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment
What are the two types of feedback loops used in homeostatic regulation?
Positive feedback and negative feedback
Which type of feedback loop is the most common in homeostatic regulation?
Negative feedback
What is the main function of homeostatic regulation?
To maintain a stable internal environment
Which of the following is not a mechanism of disease according to the passage?
Positive feedback loops
Which of the following best describes pathophysiology?
The study of the functional changes associated with a specific disease
Which term refers to the number of new and existing cases of a disease within a given time period?
Prevalence
What term is used to describe a disease caused by human intervention or medical treatment?
Iatrogenic
Which of the following describes the onset of a disease that progresses gradually with vague symptoms?
Insidious
What term is used to describe a disease with an unknown cause?
Idiopathic
Which of the following best describes pathogenesis?
The development of a disease
Which term refers to the probability or likelihood of recovery from a disease?
Convalescence
What term is used to describe a disease that is native to a local area?
Endemic disease
Which factor encompasses the tendencies that promote the development of a disease in an individual?
Lifestyle
What does epidemiology study in relation to diseases?
Spread of infections
Which term relates to disease rates within a specific group?
Morbidity
What is the term for diseases that must be reported to health authorities?
Notifiable diseases
What are the key purposes of the inflammatory response?
To hunt & kill invaders, limit spread, and prepare tissue for repair
What type of cells are known as 'the eaters' in the inflammatory response?
Neutrophils
Which chemical mediator causes symptoms of inflammation like pain and swelling?
Prostaglandins
What are the systemic effects of inflammation?
Fever, fatigue, and headache
Which diagnostic test is specifically used to assess chronic inflammation?
ESR
What are the local effects of inflammation referred to as the cardinal signs?
Redness, heat, swelling, pain
'Chemotaxis' in inflammation refers to the process of:
Releasing chemical mediators that attract cells to the site of injury
This quiz covers the basics of pathophysiology, including the mechanisms of disease, diagnosis, and treatment. It also explores topics such as inflammation, healing, and key terms used in pathophysiology like pathology, pathogenesis, and more.
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