Pathology Chapter on Edema and Vascular Changes

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What is primarily responsible for the accumulation of fluid in tissues during edema?

Enhanced plasma oncotic pressure

Reduced vascular permeability

Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure (correct)

Decreased lymphatic flow

Which of the following best describes exudate in body effusions?

Fluid with low protein content due to increased systemic pressure

Fluid that results from reduced venous outflow

Fluid that contains a high volume of electrolytes

Fluid with high protein content due to localized inflammation (correct)

What visual difference is typically noted between hyperemia and congestion?

Tissues appear pale in hyperemia and cyanotic in congestion

Tissues appear yellow in hyperemia and red in congestion

Tissues appear green in hyperemia and purple in congestion

Tissues appear red in hyperemia and blue-red in congestion (correct)

Which statement accurately describes Virchow's Triad in thrombosis?

Stasis promotes the accumulation of clotting factors Signup and view all the answers

What type of embolism is most commonly associated with a thrombus?

Thromboembolism Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hemorrhage is characterized by accumulation of blood within a tissue?

Hematoma Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT a potential cause of edema?

Decreased blood volume Signup and view all the answers

What is the visual appearance of tissues affected by congestion?

Blue-red (cyanotic) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of white infarcts?

They occur in solid organs with a single blood supply. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of shock is caused primarily by severe vasodilation?

Distributive shock Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes red infarcts from white infarcts?

They are typically found in organs with dual blood supply. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes air embolism?

It results from trauma or procedures introducing air into circulation. Signup and view all the answers

In congestive heart failure, what is a common result of right-sided CHF?

Systemic venous congestion and peripheral edema. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of obstructive shock?

It involves physical blockage of blood flow. Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is an amniotic fluid embolism most likely to occur?

Intrauterine during childbirth. Signup and view all the answers

What is ischemia primarily associated with in terms of tissue health?

Tissue necrosis. Signup and view all the answers

Pathology Chapter on Edema and Vascular Changes

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