TEST BANK FOR MOSBY’S PATHOLOGY FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS, 4TH EDITION, SUSAN G. SALVO

Chapter 01: Introduction to Pathology and Infection Control Salvo: Mosby’s Pathology for Massage Therapists, 4th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which term means the study of disease? a. Physiology b. Pathology c. Pharmacology d. Psychology ANS: B “Patho” stems from Greek meaning disease; “-ology” implies “study of”. REF: p. 2 TOP: MTBOK: section 210.4 (Pathology) MSC: ELAP: section 13.0 (Using Anatomic and Health Care Terminology) 2. Which term means any illness that is characterized by certain signs and symptoms? a. Disease b. Handicap c. Liability d. Disorder ANS: A A disease features signs and symptoms in relation to abnormal function. REF: p. 4 TOP: MTBOK: section 210.4 (Pathology) MSC: ELAP: section 13.0 (Using Anatomic and Health Care Terminology) 3. Which term means a prediction of how a disease will progress and the chances of recovery? a. Prognosis b. Diagnosis c. Palpation d. Determination ANS: A A prognosis is a prediction on the course of a disease. REF: p. 4 TOP: MTBOK: section 210.4 (Pathology) MSC: ELAP: section 13.0 (Using Anatomic and Health Care Terminology) 4. Which term means objective indicators of disease such as swelling, skin rashes, and fever? a. Signs b. Complications c. Symptoms d. Diagnosis