10 Questions
Which of the following is a cause of inflammation?
Viral infection
What is the function of inflammation?
To protect against harmful stimuli
What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?
Inflammation
What is the nomenclature for inflammation of the skin?
Dermatitis
Which sign of inflammation is due to the dilation of small blood vessels?
Redness
Inflammation aims to only eliminate the initial cause of injury and does not involve tissue repair
False
Chemical mediators are not involved in the protective response of inflammation
False
Radiation can cause inflammation in the body
True
The suffix '-itis' always indicates inflammation in medical terminology
False
The function of inflammation does not include getting rid of microbe and necrotic tissue
False
Learn about the complex biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants, and the protective role of immune cells, blood vessels, and chemical mediators.
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