Medical Examination Techniques
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What does an electrocardiogram (ECG) primarily measure?

  • Electrical activity of nerves
  • Electrical activity of the brain
  • Electrical activity of muscles
  • Electrical activity of the heart (correct)

    • Which wave in the ECG strip represents atrial depolarization?

  • R wave
  • QRS complex
  • T wave
  • P wave (correct)

    • What condition is characterized by no clear electrical activity in the heart?

  • Ventricular fibrillation (correct)
  • Ventricular flutter
  • Sinus node dysfunction
  • Atrioventricular block

    • Which of the following components of the heart's electrical system is known as the atrioventricular node?

    <p>AV node</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What diagnosis can an electromyogram (EMG) help investigate?

    <p>Multiple sclerosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the heart rate range for ventricular flutter?

    <p>250-300 beats/min</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the T wave in an ECG represent?

    <p>Ventricular repolarization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mnemonic is associated with the electrical conduction of the heart?

    <p>Dog and the cookie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four cardinal signs of acute inflammation recognized by Celsus?

    <p>Calor, Dolor, Rubor, Tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of acute inflammation do neutrophils primarily influx?

    <p>4 – 48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fifth sign of inflammation identified by Galen?

    <p>Functio laesa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the phase of acute inflammation associated with macrophage influx?

    <p>24 – 96 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT included in specialized examinations for inflammation diagnosis?

    <p>Blood tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option describes alterations in tissue that can be seen with the naked eye?

    <p>Gross examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histologic examination reveals alterations that are observable by which method?

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

    What was the role of preformed factors during the first phase of acute inflammation?

    <p>Vasoactive factors activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the inflammatory response when dealing with pathogens?

    <p>To prevent the spread of pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a trigger for inflammation?

    <p>Sympathetic nervous system activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common local factor that impairs wound healing?

    <p>Impaired perfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do vasoactive factors, such as histamine and bradykinin, play in inflammation?

    <p>They regulate blood flow and permeability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are typically the first responders to sites of infection during inflammation?

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

    What characterizes a keloid scar?

    <p>It overgrows beyond the original wound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a systemic factor that can impair wound healing?

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

    What happens to blood flow in the affected area during inflammation?

    <p>It increases but the speed slows down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the termination of inflammation is true?

    <p>Specific mechanisms exist to restrict the inflammatory process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key component of inflammation that serves as the first line of defense without preexisting immunity?

    <p>Innate immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as wound dehiscence?

    <p>The separation of the edges of a wound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of macrophages during inflammation?

    <p>To recruit more immune cells and induce defensive mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of blood vessels in inflammation?

    <p>They undergo dilation and increased permeability to aid immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key event in the inflammatory response?

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

    Which condition is associated with excessive scar formation but does not metastasize?

    <p>Desmoid tumors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What systemic condition can contribute to impaired wound healing through nutritional deficiency?

    <p>Vitamin deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between hypertrophy and hyperplasia?

    <p>Hypertrophy involves an increase in cell size, while hyperplasia involves an increase in cell number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of physiologic atrophy?

    <p>Shrinkage of the uterus after pregnancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of metaplasia is commonly seen in smokers?

    <p>Columnar metaplasia to squamous epithelium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by the proliferation of glands in the prostate?

    <p>Benign prostatic hyperplasia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of pathologic atrophy?

    <p>Loss of innervation and perfusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following epithelia is involved in the lining of the alveoli in the lungs?

    <p>Simple squamous epithelium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the process of atrophy?

    <p>Decrease in cell size or number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism primarily drives physiologic hypertrophy in the uterus during pregnancy?

    <p>Hormonal stimulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Barrett's esophagus associated with?

    <p>Intestinal metaplasia due to GERD.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Diagnostic Examinations

    • Gross examination reveals visible alterations (lesions) through physical examination or autopsy.
    • Histologic examination allows alterations to be identified via microscopy.
    • Laboratory examinations include blood tests, urine samples, and DNA tests.
    • Specialized examinations include X-rays, ultrasound, endoscopy, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

    Cardinal Signs of Inflammation

    • Celsus identified four cardinal signs of acute inflammation:
      • Calor (heat)
      • Dolor (pain)
      • Rubor (redness)
      • Tumor (swelling)
    • Galen later introduced a fifth sign: functio laesa (impaired function).

    Phases of Acute Inflammation

    • Phase I (0-4 hours): Presence of preformed factors including antibodies, complement, and vasoactive factors (e.g., CS: RUBOR, CALOR).
    • Phase II (4-48 hours): Influx of neutrophils leads to redness, heat, pain, and swelling (CS: RUBOR, CALOR, DOLOR, TUMOR).
    • Phase III (24-96 hours): Macrophages enter, enhancing signs of inflammation (CS: RUBOR, CALOR, DOLOR, TUMOR, FUNCTIO LAESA).
    • Phase IV includes specialized electrical activity measurements in diagnostics.

    Electrical Activity Diagnostics

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG): Measures heart's electrical activity including P wave (atrial depolarization), QRS complex (ventricular depolarization), and T wave (ventricular repolarization).
    • Electroencephalogram (EEG): Monitors brain electrical activity.
    • Electromyogram (EMG): Assesses muscle electrical activity relevant to conditions like ALS, MS, and myasthenia gravis.

    Tissue Responses to Stress

    • Hypertrophy: Increase in cell/organ size due to increased demand.
    • Hyperplasia: Increased number of cells in dividing tissues.
    • Atrophy: Shrinkage of cells/organ size resulting from decreased demand.
    • Metaplasia: Transformation of one cell type to another adapted to environmental changes.

    Types of Atrophy

    • Physiologic atrophy (e.g., shrinkage of the uterus post-pregnancy) is linked to hormonal changes.
    • Pathologic atrophy occurs from inactivity, loss of innervation, insufficient blood supply, malnutrition, and aging.

    Histological Overview of Epithelial Cells

    • Epithelial cells line most body surfaces, categorized as:
      • Simple squamous epithelium: Lines cavities and vessels.
      • Cuboidal epithelium: Found in nephrons and thyroid glands.
      • Columnar epithelium: Lines gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract.

    Metaplasia Types

    • Squamous metaplasia occurs in smokers' upper airways.
    • Intestinal metaplasia, such as Barrett’s esophagus, results from chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

    Wound Healing Impairments

    • Local factors affecting healing include poor perfusion, infection, foreign bodies, and mechanical stress.
    • Systemic factors include age, diabetes, malnutrition, certain medications, and genetic disorders.
    • Incomplete healing can result in dehiscence or ulceration, while excessive healing may cause hypertrophic scars or keloids.

    Inflammation Overview

    • Inflammation serves as a protective mechanism against pathogens or tissue damage.
    • It involves vascular and cellular components, showing variations based on tissue types.
    • Key events in inflammation include alerting the body, containing the threat, destruction of harmful agents, and setting the stage for repair.

    Inflammatory Trigger Events

    • Triggers include infections, traumas (mechanical, thermal), chemical exposure, foreign bodies, tissue necrosis, and immune reactions.
    • Blood vessels, inflammatory cells, vasoactive factors, complement systems, and blood clotting mechanisms all play crucial roles in inflammation.

    Sequence of Inflammation Events

    • Microbes breach the skin, triggering antibody binding and complement activation.
    • Complement factors C3a and C5a recruit mast cells, leading to the release of vasoactive factors (histamine and bradykinin) that enhance blood flow and attract immune cells.
    • Neutrophils are the first responders, followed by macrophages, which activate further defense mechanisms, such as fever and acute phase proteins.

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    This quiz focuses on various medical examination techniques, including gross, histologic, and laboratory examinations. It evaluates your understanding of how these methods help identify health issues. Brush up on diagnostic imaging techniques and laboratory testing to excel!

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