Week 1 Patho Quiz Questions PDF

**Quiz** **Multiple Choice Questions** 1. **What is the primary focus of pathophysiology?** a) Prevention of diseases\ b) Effects of abnormalities at the organ level\ c) Treatment of diseases\ d) Diagnosis of diseases\ **Answer:** b) Effects of abnormalities at the organ level...

**Quiz** **Multiple Choice Questions** 1. **What is the primary focus of pathophysiology?** a) Prevention of diseases\ b) Effects of abnormalities at the organ level\ c) Treatment of diseases\ d) Diagnosis of diseases\ **Answer:** b) Effects of abnormalities at the organ level 2. **Which of the following is NOT a stage in the evidence-based research process?** a) Basic Science\ b) Clinical Trials\ c) Patient Education\ d) Large Scale Studies\ **Answer:** c) Patient Education 3. **What is the normal pH range of urine?** a) 3.0-4.0\ b) 4.5-8.0\ c) 7.0-8.5\ d) 6.0-7.5\ **Answer:** b) 4.5-8.0 4. **Which diagnostic test is used to analyze cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?** a) MRI\ b) Lumbar puncture\ c) CT scan\ d) X-ray\ **Answer:** b) Lumbar puncture 5. **What is the purpose of a differential white count?** a) To measure blood glucose levels\ b) To assess the types of white blood cells present\ c) To evaluate kidney function\ d) To determine blood type\ **Answer:** b) To assess the types of white blood cells present **True or False Questions** 6. **True or False: Pathology laboratory studies are useful for establishing the cause of a disease.**\ **Answer:** True 7. **True or False: Tertiary prevention focuses on preventing the onset of disease.**\ **Answer:** False 8. **True or False: The blood-brain barrier allows all substances to pass freely into the brain.**\ **Answer:** False 9. **True or False: Acupuncture is a modern technique developed in the 20th century.**\ **Answer:** False 10. **True or False: The Glasgow Coma Scale is used to assess the level of consciousness.**\ **Answer:** True **Matching Questions** 11. **Match the following terms with their definitions:** a\) Cytology\ b) Histology\ c) Radiopaque\ d) Radiolucent 1. Allows X-rays to pass through 2. Study of cells 3. Blocks X-rays 4. Study of tissues **Answer:**\ a-2, b-4, c-3, d-1 12. **Match the following types of prevention with their descriptions:** a\) Primary Prevention\ b) Secondary Prevention\ c) Tertiary Prevention 1. Interventions after a disease has been diagnosed 2. Education and immunization to prevent disease 3. Management of long-term health problems **Answer:**\ a-2, b-1, c-3 **Additional Multiple Choice Questions** 13. **What is the primary function of the kidneys?** a) Hormone production\ b) Filtration of blood\ c) Digestion\ d) Oxygen transport\ **Answer:** b) Filtration of blood 14. **Which of the following is a characteristic of normal cerebrospinal fluid?** a) Cloudy appearance\ b) High protein content\ c) Clear and colorless\ d) Presence of red blood cells\ **Answer:** c) Clear and colorless 15. **What is the purpose of contrast media in diagnostic imaging?** a) To enhance the visibility of structures\ b) To reduce radiation exposure\ c) To provide pain relief\ d) To increase blood flow\ **Answer:** a) To enhance the visibility of structures 16. **Which of the following is a common finding in a stool specimen?**a) Presence of glucose\ b) Presence of bilirubin\ c) Presence of blood\ d) Presence of ketones\ **Answer:** c) Presence of blood 17. **What is the role of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?** a) Regulation of blood glucose\ b) Regulation of blood pressure\ c) Regulation of body temperature\ d) Regulation of immune response\ **Answer:** b) Regulation of blood pressure 18. **Which imaging technique uses radioactive isotopes?** a) MRI\ b) CT scan\ c) Nuclear medicine scans\ d) Ultrasound\ **Answer:** c) Nuclear medicine scans 19. **What is the primary purpose of regular exams and screening tests?** a) To treat existing diseases\ b) To monitor risk factors for illness\ c) To provide emergency care\ d) To educate patients\ **Answer:** b) To monitor risk factors for illness 20. **Which of the following is a characteristic of inflammation?** a) Decreased blood flow\ b) Redness and swelling\ c) Increased tissue oxygenation\ d) Absence of pain\ **Answer:** b) Redness and swelling **Final Questions** 21. **What is the main component of blood that is analyzed in a complete blood count?** a) Plasma\ b) Red blood cells\ c) White blood cells\ d) Platelets\ **Answer:** b) Red blood cells 22. **True or False: The process of phagocytosis is a specific immune response.**\ **Answer:** False 23. **What is the term for the study of the structure and function of tissues?** a) Cytology\ b) Histology\ c) Pathology\ d) Anatomy\ **Answer:** b) Histology 24. **True or False: Hydroxychloroquine is used only for the treatment of malaria.**\ **Answer:** False 25. **What is the primary goal of tertiary prevention?** a) To prevent disease onset\ b) To halt disease progression\ c) To promote health education\ d) To provide emergency care\ **Answer:** b) To halt disease progression 26. **Which of the following is a common characteristic of urine?** a) Dark brown color\ b) Strong odor\ c) Clear and straw-colored\ d) High viscosity\ **Answer:** c) Clear and straw-colored 27. **True or False: The function of the urinary system includes the removal of metabolic waste.**\ **Answer:** True 28. **What is the purpose of a tracer study in nuclear medicine?** a) To measure blood pressure\ b) To track the distribution of a radioactive substance\ c) To assess lung function\ d) To evaluate kidney function\ **Answer:** b) To track the distribution of a radioactive substance 29. **Which of the following is a non-specific defense mechanism?** a) Antibody production\ b) Phagocytosis\ c) Vaccination\ d) Immunization\ **Answer:** b) Phagocytosis 30. **True or False: The CSF is produced in the ventricles of the brain.**\ **Answer:** True