72 Questions
What is the function of the hyoid bone?
It serves as a movable base for the tongue
Which of the following is a symptom of calcium deficiency?
All of the above
Which of the following is not a cause of hypertension?
A diet high in fruits and vegetables
What condition does not cause hydronephrosis?
Urethritis
Which of the following drugs does not cause secondary sexual dysfunction?
Antibiotics
Which hormone stimulates the release of glucocorticoids by the adrenal gland?
ACTH
What is the causative organism of gonorrhea?
Neisseria
Which sentence is true about platelets?
Arise from red blood cells in bone marrow
What is the pathogenic bacteria that can cause gastric ulcus?
Helicobacter pylori
Which of the following sentence is false?
Oxygen diffused from body cells to blood
What is the role of the internal jugular vein?
It carries venous blood away from the brain
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of iron deficiency anemia?
Vomiting
What is the difference between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems?
The somatic nervous system is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses from sense organs to the CNS, while the autonomic nervous system regulates the activities of the muscles and glands
What is the primary cause of gum hypertrophy?
Phenytoin
What is the dental condition that is most frequently correlated with chronic systemic disease?
Periodontitis
Which of the following is not a vital sign?
Level of consciousness
Which of the following is not a possible cause of atypical pneumonia?
S. pneumoniae
Which of the following is a false statement about leukocyte abnormalities?
Myeloid and lymphoid leukemia have a characteristic feature of an uncontrolled WBC production
Which of the following is a symptom of calcium deficiency?
Confusion
Which of the following types of microorganisms is composed of nucleic acid and protein?
Viruses
Which of the following is the correct sentence about blood clotting?
Blood clotting is the solidification of blood in a process known as coagulation
What is the medical term for chest pain?
Angina pectoris
Which of the following is NOT a mental health promotion element?
Emotional negligence
Which of the following is NOT an abnormal constituent of urine?
Hydrogen I
Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of acute gastritis?
NSAIDs
Which of the following is a false statement about alopecia?
Alopecia areata is an uncommon autoimmune disorder that often results in predictable hair loss
Which sentence is true about COPD?
Rarely occurs before age 45
Which sentence is false about platelets?
One third of platelets are sequestrated in the spleen
What is the function of the cardiac pacemaker?
To regulate heart rhythm
Which of the following is a symptom of iron deficiency anemia?
Vomiting
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
Hypothyroidism
What is the role of the hypothalamus?
All the above
What is exophthalmos a sign of?
Graves’ disease
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of acute renal failure?
None of the above
Which hormone is responsible for raising blood glucose by increasing the rates of glycogen breakdown and glucose manufacture by the liver?
Glucagon
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of dementia?
Dysphagia
Which bone serves as a movable base for the tongue?
Hyoid bone
Which of the following is not a symptom of calcium deficiency?
Anxiety
What are the two types of microorganisms?
Prokaryotes and eukaryotes
Which of the following is NOT a vital sign?
Level of consciousness
What is the most frequently observed dental condition that was correlated with chronic systemic disease?
Periodontitis
Which of the following is a possible cause of atypical pneumonia?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Which of the following is a symptom of calcium deficiency?
Muscle cramps
Which condition does not cause hydronephrosis?
Urethritis
Which hormone stimulates the production of erythropoietin in the kidney?
ACTH
Which of the following drugs does not cause secondary sexual dysfunction?
Antibiotics
Which of the following is a false statement about alopecia?
Alopecia areata is an uncommon autoimmune disorder that often results in predictable hair loss
Which of the following is the causative organism of gonorrhea?
Neisseria
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of iodine deficiency?
Depression
Which layer of the heart is affected by myocarditis?
Middle layer
What is the correct definition of gastroesophageal reflux disease?
A condition where there is abnormal regurgitation of gastric contents in the esophagus
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of iron deficiency anemia?
Chest pain and shortness of breath
What is the function of the hypothalamus?
All the above
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for metabolic syndrome?
Hypothyroidism
Which bone serves as a movable base for the tongue?
Hyoid bone
What are the symptoms of calcium deficiency?
All of the above
What is the area of the GI track that connects the small intestines to the colon called?
Jejunum
Which of the following is a vital sign?
Respiratory rate
Which of the following is NOT an abnormal constituent of urine?
Hydrogen I
Which of the following is a good source of calcium?
Broccoli
Which of the following is a possible cause of acute gastritis?
All of the above
Which condition does not cause hydronephrosis?
Urethritis
Which hormone stimulates the release of glucocorticoids by the adrenal gland?
ACTH
Which of the following is a symptom of dementia?
Memory impairment
What is the role of the autonomic nervous system?
Regulates activities that are involuntary
What is a possible cause of gum hypertrophy?
Phenytoin
What is the primary function of the hypothalamus?
Regulate body temperature and hunger/thirst
What is acute kidney injury characterized by?
All of the above
What is the causative organism of gonorrhea?
Neisseria
Which sentence is false about teeth?
Deciduous teeth erupt between ages 2 and 18 months
What is the pathogenic bacteria that can cause gastric ulcus?
Helicobacter pylori
Which sentence is true about platelets?
Arise from megakaryocytes in bone marrow
This quiz tests your knowledge on various topics related to healthcare. From hormones to pathogenic bacteria, from hair loss to skin conditions, this quiz covers a range of subjects that will challenge your understanding of the human body and its ailments. Answer these questions to see how much you know about healthcare topics.
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