18 Questions
Which study type involves studying the effects of an intervention on a group of individuals?
Intervention Study
What type of study involves direct experimentation on biological systems outside of a living organism?
In-Vitro Cohort
Which type of immunity is present at birth and provides immediate protection against pathogens?
Innate Immune System
What is the main difference between a pathogen and an antigen?
Pathogens are disease-causing agents, while antigens are foreign substances that trigger an immune response
Which neuron type carries signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands?
Motor Neuron
What is the primary function of dendritic cells in the immune system?
Initiate the adaptive immune response by presenting antigens to T-cells
Explain the differences between adaptive and innate immune system?
The innate immune system is the body's first line of defense against pathogens and is non-specific, while the adaptive immune system is specific and develops over time to target specific pathogens.
What is the difference between variolation and vaccination?
Variolation involves deliberately infecting an individual with smallpox to induce immunity, while vaccination uses a less harmful form of the pathogen or its components to stimulate an immune response.
Explain how cardiovascular conditions such as stroke and heart attacks occur?
Stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, often due to a blood clot or ruptured blood vessel. Heart attacks occur when the blood flow to the heart is blocked, usually by a blood clot.
Define and identify In-Vitro and In-Vivo studies?
In-Vitro studies are conducted in a controlled environment outside of a living organism, such as in test tubes or petri dishes, while In-Vivo studies involve experimentation within a living organism, often animals.
Explain the role of the following leukocytes: Neutrophils, Macrophages, Dendritic Cells, B-Cell, T-Cell?
Neutrophils are the most abundant type of white blood cell and are involved in the initial immune response. Macrophages engulf and digest cellular debris and pathogens. Dendritic cells present antigens to T-cells, initiating an immune response. B-cells produce antibodies. T-cells help regulate the immune response and destroy infected cells.
Be able to explain the difference between Pre-Human Studies, Observational Studies, Intervention Studies, and Filtered Studies?
Pre-Human Studies involve basic research, often in laboratory settings. Observational Studies involve observing and analyzing data without intervening. Intervention Studies involve actively manipulating variables to observe the effect. Filtered Studies are those in which the data has been processed and analyzed to remove bias and errors.
Explain the difference between objective and subjective evaluation in the context of diagnosis.
Objective evaluation relies on measurable data and observations, while subjective evaluation is based on personal opinions and interpretations.
Differentiate between testing and screening in the context of diagnosis.
Testing is performed on individuals with specific symptoms or risk factors, while screening is done on a healthy population to detect early signs of a disease.
Explain the difference between calorie (kcal) and calorie in the context of nutrition.
Calorie (kcal) is a unit of energy, representing the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water by 1 degree Celsius, whereas calorie is a smaller unit of energy.
What are the four pillars of medical ethics and why are they important?
The four pillars of medical ethics are autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. They are important because they guide healthcare professionals in making ethical decisions and ensuring patient well-being.
Explain the role of Thalamus, Hypothalamus, and Pons in the human body systems.
The Thalamus relays sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex, the Hypothalamus regulates various body functions including temperature and hunger, and the Pons is involved in regulating breathing and connecting different parts of the brain.
Define macronutrient and micronutrient in the context of nutrition.
Macronutrients are nutrients required in large amounts by the body, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, while micronutrients are essential in smaller quantities, including vitamins and minerals.
Study Notes
Types of Studies
- Intervention studies involve studying the effects of an intervention on a group of individuals
- In-Vitro studies involve direct experimentation on biological systems outside of a living organism
- In-Vivo studies involve experimentation on whole living organisms
- Pre-Human Studies involve testing on animals or other non-human models before human testing
- Observational Studies involve observing the behavior of individuals without intervening
- Intervention Studies involve intervening in the behavior of individuals to observe the effect
- Filtered Studies involve selecting specific individuals or groups for study
Immune System
- Innate immunity is present at birth and provides immediate protection against pathogens
- Adaptive immunity is acquired through exposure to pathogens and provides long-term protection
- Innate immunity is non-specific, while adaptive immunity is specific to particular pathogens
- Dendritic cells are involved in the primary function of antigen presentation to T-cells
- Neutrophils are involved in phagocytosis of foreign particles and bacteria
- Macrophages are involved in phagocytosis and antigen presentation
- B-Cells are involved in producing antibodies against pathogens
- T-Cells are involved in cell-mediated immunity
Diagnosis and Evaluation
- Objective evaluation involves using measurable criteria to make a diagnosis
- Subjective evaluation involves using personal opinions or experiences to make a diagnosis
- Testing involves using specific tests to diagnose a disease
- Screening involves using general tests to identify potential diseases
Nutrition
- A calorie (kcal) is a unit of energy, and is often used to measure the energy content of foods
- Macronutrients are nutrients that provide energy, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
- Micronutrients are nutrients that are required in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals
Medical Ethics
- The four pillars of medical ethics are autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice
- Autonomy involves respecting the patient's right to make decisions
- Beneficence involves doing what is best for the patient
- Non-maleficence involves avoiding harm to the patient
- Justice involves ensuring fairness and equality in medical treatment
Anatomy and Physiology
- Thalamus is involved in processing sensory information
- Hypothalamus is involved in regulating body temperature, hunger, and thirst
- Pons is involved in controlling sleep and arousal
Pathogens and Immunity
- A pathogen is a disease-causing organism, such as a virus or bacteria
- An antigen is a substance that triggers an immune response
- Variolation involves exposing a person to a small amount of a pathogen to build immunity
- Vaccination involves exposing a person to a weakened or killed pathogen to build immunity
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