TEST BANK:
For Porth Pathophysiology: Concepts Of Altered Health
States Second Edition
By Ruth Hannon Bscn Mha Msfnp (Author)
Questions And Answers Graded A+
, Porth Pathophysiology Concepts Of Altered
Health States 2nd Canadian Edition Test Bank
Chapter 01: Concepts Of Health And Disease
Multiple Choice
1. Which Of The Following Would Be The Most Likely Cause Of An Iatrogenic Disease?
a. An Inherited Disorder
b. A Combination Of Specific Etiological Factors
c. An Unwanted Effect Of A Prescribed Drug
d. Prolonged Exposure To Toxic Chemicals In The Environment
Ans: C Ref: 6
2. The Manifestations Of A Disease Are Best Defined As The:
a. Subjective Feelings Of Discomfort During A Chronic Illness.
b. Signs And Symptoms Of A Disease.
c. Factors That Precipitate An Acute Episode Of A Chronic Illness.
d. Early Indicators Of The Prodromal Stage Of Infection.
Ans: B Ref: 6
3. The Best Definition Of The Term Prognosis Is The:
a. Precipitating Factors Causing An Acute Episode.
b. Number Of Remissions To Be Expected During The Course Of A Chronic Illness.
c. Predicted Outcome Or Likelihood Of Recovery From A Specific Disease.
, d. Exacerbations Occurring During Chronic Illness.
Ans: C Ref: 7
4. Which Of The Following Is Considered A Systemic Sign Of Disease?
a. Swelling Of The Knee
b. Fever
c. Pain In The Neck
d. Red Rash On The Face
Ans: B Ref: 6
5. Etiology Is Defined As The Study Of The:
a. Causes Of A Disease.
b. Course Of A Disease.
c. Expected Complications Of A Disease.
d. Manifestations Of A Disease.
Ans: A Ref: 5
6. A Type Of Cellular Adaptation In Which There Is A Decrease In Cell Size Is Referred To As:
a. Hypertrophy.
b. Metaplasia.
c. Anaplasia.
d. Atrophy.
Ans: D Ref: 8
, 7. A Change In A Tissue Marked By Cells That Vary In Size And Shape And Show Increased
Mitotic Figures Would Be Called:
a. Metaplasia.
b. Atrophy.
c. Dysplasia.
d. Hypertrophy.
Ans: C Ref: 8
8. A Deficit Of Oxygen In The Cells Usually Due To Respiratory Or Circulatory Problems Is Called:
a. Apoptosis.
b. Ischemia.
c. Hypertrophy.
d. Necrosis.
Ans: B Ref: 9
9. When A Group Of Cells In The Body Dies, The Change Is Called:
a. Ischemia.
b. Gangrene.
c. Hypoxia.
d. Necrosis.
Ans: D Ref: 10
10. Rigorous Weight Lifting/Body Building Regimens May Result In The Skeletal
Muscle Cells Undergoing:
For Porth Pathophysiology: Concepts Of Altered Health
States Second Edition
By Ruth Hannon Bscn Mha Msfnp (Author)
Questions And Answers Graded A+
, Porth Pathophysiology Concepts Of Altered
Health States 2nd Canadian Edition Test Bank
Chapter 01: Concepts Of Health And Disease
Multiple Choice
1. Which Of The Following Would Be The Most Likely Cause Of An Iatrogenic Disease?
a. An Inherited Disorder
b. A Combination Of Specific Etiological Factors
c. An Unwanted Effect Of A Prescribed Drug
d. Prolonged Exposure To Toxic Chemicals In The Environment
Ans: C Ref: 6
2. The Manifestations Of A Disease Are Best Defined As The:
a. Subjective Feelings Of Discomfort During A Chronic Illness.
b. Signs And Symptoms Of A Disease.
c. Factors That Precipitate An Acute Episode Of A Chronic Illness.
d. Early Indicators Of The Prodromal Stage Of Infection.
Ans: B Ref: 6
3. The Best Definition Of The Term Prognosis Is The:
a. Precipitating Factors Causing An Acute Episode.
b. Number Of Remissions To Be Expected During The Course Of A Chronic Illness.
c. Predicted Outcome Or Likelihood Of Recovery From A Specific Disease.
, d. Exacerbations Occurring During Chronic Illness.
Ans: C Ref: 7
4. Which Of The Following Is Considered A Systemic Sign Of Disease?
a. Swelling Of The Knee
b. Fever
c. Pain In The Neck
d. Red Rash On The Face
Ans: B Ref: 6
5. Etiology Is Defined As The Study Of The:
a. Causes Of A Disease.
b. Course Of A Disease.
c. Expected Complications Of A Disease.
d. Manifestations Of A Disease.
Ans: A Ref: 5
6. A Type Of Cellular Adaptation In Which There Is A Decrease In Cell Size Is Referred To As:
a. Hypertrophy.
b. Metaplasia.
c. Anaplasia.
d. Atrophy.
Ans: D Ref: 8
, 7. A Change In A Tissue Marked By Cells That Vary In Size And Shape And Show Increased
Mitotic Figures Would Be Called:
a. Metaplasia.
b. Atrophy.
c. Dysplasia.
d. Hypertrophy.
Ans: C Ref: 8
8. A Deficit Of Oxygen In The Cells Usually Due To Respiratory Or Circulatory Problems Is Called:
a. Apoptosis.
b. Ischemia.
c. Hypertrophy.
d. Necrosis.
Ans: B Ref: 9
9. When A Group Of Cells In The Body Dies, The Change Is Called:
a. Ischemia.
b. Gangrene.
c. Hypoxia.
d. Necrosis.
Ans: D Ref: 10
10. Rigorous Weight Lifting/Body Building Regimens May Result In The Skeletal
Muscle Cells Undergoing:
