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What are the cardinal signs of inflammation?
What are the cardinal signs of inflammation?
- Redness, swelling, overheating, pain (correct)
- Fatigue, dizziness, weakness, headache
- Bleeding, bruising, discoloration, rash
- Itching, numbness, coldness, tingling
What is the primary purpose of inflammation?
What is the primary purpose of inflammation?
- Reduce pain and discomfort
- Eliminate all pathogens from the body
- Localize an infection, prevent the spread of microbial invaders, neutralize toxins, aid in tissue repair (correct)
- Promote rapid healing of damaged tissues
What causes the increase in temperature during inflammation?
What causes the increase in temperature during inflammation?
- Decreased metabolic activity
- Reduced blood flow to the affected area
- Lowered cytokine levels
- Cytokines such as interleukin-6 and increased metabolic activity (correct)
How is pain generated during inflammation?
How is pain generated during inflammation?
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