Introduction to Pathophysiology

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Questions and Answers

Homeostasis refers to a stable internal environment in the body.

True (A)

A disorder is synonymous with a disease.

False (B)

Pathogenesis refers to the development and progression of diseases

True (A)

Chronic diseases are characterized by sudden onset and short duration.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Lifestyle choices can influence the risk of developing certain diseases.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms in Column A with their correct definitions in Column B.

Etiology = The cause of a disease Acute = Sudden onset and short duration Prognosis = Prediction of the outcome of a disease Symptoms = A derangement of function Pathologist = Studies disease Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for disease?

Treatment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a pathologist?

Studying diseases Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "idiopathic" refer to?

Of unknown origin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to assess heart function?

ECG (B) Signup and view all the answers

The risk of disease generally increases with:

Increasing age (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a "head to toe" exam?

To evaluate the patient's overall health Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign of disease?

Fever (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does "nosocomial" refer to?

A disease acquired in a hospital setting Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic diseases?

Long-lasting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the observable and measurable indicators of a condition?

Signs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method of physical examination?

Inspection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of treatment?

To establish a plan of care Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT considered a risk factor for disease?

Medical treatment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "mortality" refer to in the context of disease?

The number of people who die from a disease Signup and view all the answers

Complementary therapies are always used as a last resort when traditional medicine fails.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Acupuncture is considered a form of alternative therapy.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

The holistic approach in alternative therapies focuses solely on the physical body.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Herbal medicine is an example of a complementary therapy.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Almost half of the population uses some form of alternative therapy.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the alternative therapy in Column A with its description in Column B.

Naturopathy = A Japanese form of massage Homeopathy = Treatment based on the principle of "like cures like" Shiatsu = Use of essential oils for healing Reflexology = Focus on pressure points in the feet Aromatherapy = Use of plant extracts for therapeutic purposes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an alternative therapy?

Chemotherapy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of holistic approaches in alternative therapies?

Emphasis on the interrelationships of body, mind, and spirit (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which alternative therapy is based on the principle of "like cures like"?

Homeopathy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of practitioners in complementary therapies?

To alleviate disease and suffering (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about alternative therapies is true?

They are increasingly accepted alongside Western medicine. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

syndrome = Collection of signs and symptoms often affecting more than one organ and occurs in response to certain condition Subclinical state = Kidney damage may progress to an advance stage of renal failure before symptoms are manifested Pronominal period = early development of disease, person is aware of changes in the body but signs are non specific Iatrogenic = Bladder infection following catheterization Prophylaxis = measures designed to preserve health and prevent the spread of disease Signup and view all the answers

Match the following alternative therapies with their descriptions:

Herbal medicine = first documented in Egypt Homeopathy = Treatment based on the principle of "like cures like" Shiatsu = acupuncture without needles and only using thumbs Reflexology = Focus on pressure points in the feet Asian therapies = based on balance or imbalance Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Homeostasis

A stable internal environment within the body, maintained by various physiological processes.

Disorder

A disturbance in the normal functioning of the body.