Pathophysiology Quiz

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Which of the following is a correct definition of pathophysiology?

  • The study of the changes in the body that occur as a result of disease or injury (correct)
  • The study of the normal functioning of the body
  • The study of the psychological functions of the body
  • The study of the physical and mechanical functions of the body

Which of the following is an example of a genetic disorder that is studied in pathophysiology?

  • Asthma
  • Diabetes
  • Cancer
  • Down Syndrome (correct)

Which of the following is a common cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?

  • Exposure to asbestos
  • Physical trauma
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Bacterial infection (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a congenital disorder?

<p>Cystic fibrosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is homeostasis?

<p>The ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a genetic disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin?

<p>Sickle cell anemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a cause of congenital anomalies?

<p>Exposure to teratogenic agents during embryonic development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of developmental disorders?

<p>They may result from maternal health and nutrition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of multifactorial disorders?

<p>They involve a number of genes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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