Pathophysiology Chapter 01 ( midterm)

Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease?

The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the

The best definition of the term prognosis is the

Which of the following is considered a systemic sign of disease?

Etiology is defined as the study of the

A type of cellular adaptation in which there is a decrease in cell size is referred to as

A change in a tissue marked by cells that vary in size and shape and show increased mitotic figures would be called

A deficit of oxygen in the cells usually due to respiratory or circulatory problems is called

When a group of cells in the body dies, the change is called

Rigorous weightlifting/body building regimens may result in the skeletal muscle cells undergoing

The term cancer refers to

To which of the following does the term apoptosis refer?

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Caseation necrosis refers to an area where

Routine application of sun block to skin would be an example of

A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed

The term homeostasis refers to

Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease has been established?

Pathophysiology involves the study of

Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology?

Which of the following can cause cell injury or death?

1. Hypoxia
2. Exposure to excessive cold
3. Excessive pressure on a tissue
4. Chemical toxins

All of the following are part of the Seven Steps to Health EXCEPT:

The term disease refers to

A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a(an)

All of the following statements are correct about cell damage EXCEPT:

Which of the following conditions distinguishes double blind studies used in health research?

If the data collected from the research process confirm that the new treatment has increased effectiveness and is safe, this is called

A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called

The term prognosis refers to the

When prolonged ischemia occurs to an area of the heart, the resulting damage is referred to as

During the evaluation process for a new therapy's effectiveness and safety, a double blind study may be conducted during

Why are the predisposing factors for a specific disease important to health professionals?

Cell damage may be caused by exogenous sources such as

Which of the following is usually included in a medical history? 1.past illnesses or surgeries 2. current illnesses, acute, and chronic 3. Prescribed medication or other treatments 4. Nonprescription drugs and herbal remedies 5. current allergies

A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an

The term pathogenesis refers to

A therapy that has been approved for use and may show additional potential to treat a different disease is termed "___" use.

A potential unwanted outcome of a primary condition, such as paralysis following the recovery from a stroke, is referred to as

An infectious disease that spreads over wide regions of the globe is called a(an)

The type of necrosis that occurs when cell proteins are altered or denatured is referred to as