12 Questions
Which physician described the classic/cardinal signs of inflammation in the first century A.D.?
Celsius
What is the term used to refer to the inflammation of the appendix?
Appendicitis
Which type of inflammation follows a less uniform & more persistent pattern?
Chronic inflammation
What are the cardinal signs of inflammation according to Celsius?
Redness, swelling, heat, pain
Which type of exudate is usually formed during chronic inflammation?
Purulent exudate
What initiates the vascular changes that occur with inflammation almost immediately after injury?
Constriction of small vessels
What is inflammation?
The reaction of vascularized living tissue to local injury
Why is inflammation considered beneficial?
It allows wounds to heal
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of inflammation?
Circulation
What can initiate the inflammatory response?
Both exogenous and endogenous agents
Why do wounds not heal without the inflammatory response?
Because inflammation is necessary for the healing process
What is a common misconception about inflammation?
It only occurs due to infections
This quiz covers the topic of inflammation and tissue repair, focusing on the beneficial aspects of the inflammatory response to local injury. Understanding how inflammation aids in healing wounds and fighting minor infections is crucial to appreciating its role in the body's defense mechanism.
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