Test Bank Porth Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered Health States 2nd Canadian Edition

Test Bank Porth Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered Health States 2nd Canadian Edition 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. b. c. d. An inherited disorder A combination of specific etiological factors An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug 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. c. d. signs and symptoms of a disease. factors that precipitate an acute episode of a chronic illness. 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. c. d. number of remissions to be expected during the course of a chronic illness. predicted outcome or likelihood of recovery from a specific disease. exacerbations occurring during chronic illness. ANS: C REF: 7 14. Which of the following is considered a systemic sign of disease? a. Swelling of the knee b. c. d. Fever Pain in the neck Red rash on the face ANS: B REF: 6 5. Etiology is defined as the study of the: a. causes of a disease. b. c. d. course of a disease. expected complications of a disease. 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. c. d. 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. 2 atrophy. metaplasia. anaplasia. 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. c. d. ischemia. hypertrophy. necrosis. ANS: B REF: 9 9. When a group of cells in the body dies, the change is called: a. ischemia. b. c. d. ANS: D REF: 10 10. Rigorous weight lifting/body building regimens may result in the skeletal muscle cells undergoing: a. hypertrophy. b. c. 3 dysplasia. atrophy. gangrene. hypoxia. necrosis.d. regeneration. ANS: A REF: 8 11. The term cancer refers to: a. dysplasia. b. c. d. hyperplasia. metaplasia. malignant neoplasm. ANS: D REF: 9 12. To which of the following does the term apoptosis refer? a. Increased rate of mitosis by certain cells b. c. d. Ischemic damage to cells Liquefaction of necrotic tissue Preprogrammed cell self-destruction ANS: D REF: 9 13. Which of the following statements is TRUE? a. Alteration of DNA does not change cell function. c. d. All types of cells die at the same rate. Mild ischemia causes immediate cell death. ANS: B REF: 10 14. Caseation necrosis refers to an area where: a. cell proteins have been denatured. b. 4 cell are liquefied by enzymes.c. dead cells form a thick cheesy substance. d. bacterial invasion has occurred. ANS: C REF: 10 15. Routine application of sun block to skin would be an example of: a. an iatrogenic cause of cancer. b. c. d. a preventive measure. a precipitating factor. a predisposing condition. ANS: B REF: 6 16. A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed: a. latent stage. b. d. predisposing factor. precipitating factor. ANS: D REF: 7 17. The term homeostasis refers to: a. the causative factors in a particular disease. b. c. d. maintenance of a stable internal environment. a condition that triggers an acute episode. a collection of signs and symptoms. ANS: B REF: 2 18. Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after 5the original disease has been established? a. Symptoms b. c. d. Occurrence Manifestations Complication ANS: D REF: 7 19. Pathophysiology involves the study of: a. the structure of the human body. b. c. the functions of various organs in the body. functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes. ANS: C REF: 2 20. Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology? a. The science of tracking the occurrence and distribution of diseases b. c. d. The relative number of deaths resulting from a particular disease Identification of a specific disease through evaluation of signs and symptoms The global search for emerging diseases ANS: A REF: 7 21. Which of the following can cause cell injury or death? 1. Hypoxia 2. Exposure to excessive cold 3. Excessive pressure on a tissue 4. Chemical toxins a. 1, 2 6b. 2, 4 c. d. 1, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4 ANS: D REF: 9 22. All of the following are part of the Seven Steps to Health EXCEPT: a. follow cancer screening guidelines. b. c. d. use sun block agents whenever exposed. participate in strenuous exercise on a regular daily basis. choose high fiber, lower fat foods. ANS: C REF: 2 23. The term disease refers to: a. the period of recovery and return to a normal healthy state. b. c. d. ANS: B REF: 2 24. A collection of signs and symptoms, often affecting more than one organ or system, that usually occur together in response to a certain condition is referred to as a (an): a. acute disease. b. c. 7 multiorgan disorder. syndrome. a deviation from the normal state of health and function. the treatment measures used to promote recovery. a basic collection of signs and symptoms.d. manifestation. ANS: C REF: 7 25. All of the following statements are correct about cell damage EXCEPT: a. The initial stage of cell damage often causes an alteration in metabolic reactions. If the factor causing the damage is removed quickly, the cell may be able to recover and return to its b. c. d. normal state. If the noxious factor remains for an extended period of time, the damage becomes irreversible and the c dies. Initially, cell damage does not change cell metabolism, structure, or function. ANS: D REF: 9 26. Which of the following conditions distinguishes double blind studies used in health research? Neither the members of the control group or the experimental group nor the person administering the a. b. treatment knows who is receiving the experimental therapy. Both groups of research subjects and the person administering the treatment know who is receiving the experimental therapy. The research subjects do not know, but the person administering the treatment knows who is receiving c. d. placebo or standard therapy. Only members of the control group know they are receiving standard therapy. ANS: A REF: 3 | 4 27. If the data collected from the research process confirm that the new treatment has increased effectiveness and is safe, this is called: a. the placebo effect. b. c. 8 evidence-based research. blind research studies.d. approval for immediate distribution. ANS: B REF: 4 28. A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called: a. acute. b. c. d. latent. chronic. manifestation. ANS: A REF: 6 29. The term prognosis refers to the: a. period of recovery and return to a normal state. b. c. d. ANS: B REF: 7 30. When prolonged ischemia occurs to an area of the heart, the resulting damage is referred to as: a. b. c. d. atrophy. liquefactive necrosis. apoptosis. infarction. ANS: D REF: 10 31. During the evaluation process for a new therapys effectiveness and safety, a double blind 9 expected outcome of the disease. mortality and morbidity rates for a given population. typical collection of signs and may be conducted during: a. the first stage. c. d. the third stage. any of these stages. ANS: C REF: 3 32. Why are the predisposing factors for a specific disease important to health professionals? a. To predict the prognosis b. c. d. To determine treatments To develop preventive measures To develop morbidity statistics ANS: C REF: 3 33. Cell damage may be caused by exogenous sources such as: a. abnormal metabolic processes. b. c. d. certain food additives. genetic defects. localized hypoxia. ANS: B REF: 9 | 10 34. Which of the following is usually included in a medical history? 1. Past illnesses or surgeries 2. Current illnesses, acute and chronic 3. Prescribed medication or other treatments 4. Nonprescription drugs and herbal remedies a. 1, 3 10b. 2, 4, 5 c. d. ANS: D REF: 4 | 5 35. A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an: a. epidemic. b. c. d. exacerbation. morbidity. pandemic. ANS: A REF: 7 36. The term pathogenesis refers to: the development of a disease or sequence of events related to tissue changes involved in the disease a. b. c. d. process. the determination of the cause(s) involved in the development of a malignant neoplasm. the specific signs and symptoms involved in the change from an acute disease to a chronic disease. the changes in cells of affected tissue that result in necrosis. Chapter 02: Concepts of Altered Health in Children MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The biological changes associated with adolescence are stimulated primarily by: a. the peripheral nervous system. 11 1, 3, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5b. c. d. the thalamus. increased secretion of estrogen and progesterone. the pituitary gland. ANS: D REF: 592 2. What is a lateral curvature of the spine called? a. Lordosis b. c. d. ANS: C REF: 595 3. How is scoliosis identified? a. Kyphosis Scoliosis Kyphoscoliosis Bowed or hunched-over position of head and shoulders b. c. d. Unevenly aligned hips and shoulders A swayback posture One arm and leg shorter than the other ANS: B REF: 595 4. What are common local signs of osteomyelitis? a. Joint swelling, limited movement b. c. d. 12 Deformity of a limb, pain at rest Fever, leukocytosis, and malaise A red, swollen area, pain increasing with movementANS: D REF: 597 5. Which of the following comprise typical early signs of Stills disease, a form of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? 1. Presence of rheumatoid factor in the blood 2. High fever and skin rash 3. Swollen painful knees, wrists, and elbows 4. Deformity of the hands and feet a. 1, 3 b. c. d. ANS: C REF: 597 6. Which of the following might fluid and electrolyte deficits cause in a patient with anorexia nervosa? a. Cardiac arrhythmias b. c. d. Weight loss Dental caries and esophagitis Amenorrhea ANS: A REF: 598 7. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by: a. a refusal to eat. b. c. 13 extreme weight loss. alternating binge eating and purging. 1, 4 2, 3 2, 4d. chronic diarrhea. ANS: C REF: 598 8. Acne vulgaris can best be described as an infection involving the: a. sweat glands of the upper body. b. c. d. dermis and epidermis of the skin. apocrine glands. sebaceous glands and hair follicles. ANS: D REF: 599 9. Infectious mononucleosis can be diagnosed by the presence of: a. sore throat, fever, and lymphadenopathy. b. c. d. abnormal lymphocytes and positive antibody test. the causative bacteria in the saliva. extreme fatigue and malaise. ANS: B REF: 599-600 10. Which statement applies to testicular cancer? b. It is related to chromosome abnormalities such as monosomy X. c. d. The tumor presents as a painful red lump in the scrotum. The cancer usually causes sterility. ANS: A REF: 600 11. An autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation in the joints of children is: a. lordosis. 14b. juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). c. d. osteomyelitis. metabolic syndrome. ANS: B REF: 597 12. Which of the following would confirm reduced normal linear growth during adolescence? a. Levels of androgens b. c. d. Abnormally thin epiphyseal plate seen on X-ray Lack of a broader pelvis in males Development of kyphosis ANS: B REF: 593 13. Obesity in adolescents is: a. determined by calculating body mass index (BMI). c. d. related to increased intake of high fat and high carbohydrate snacks, fast foods. All of the above ANS: D REF: 593-594 14. Three factors common to metabolic syndrome include: presence of significant abdominal fat mass, changes in glucose metabolism, and changes in lipoprotein a. metabolism. b. increased fat mass throughout the body, changes in glucose metabolism, and delayed sexual maturation significant increase of fat on hips and thighs, delayed linear growth, and change in calcium and vitamin c. metabolism. d. BMI at the 85th percentile, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and hypertension. 15ANS: A REF: 594 15. Infectious mononucleosis is characterized by all EXCEPT: a. sore throat, fever, fatigue, malaise, and rash on trunk. b. c. d. enlarged lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy) and spleen (splenomegaly). increased occurrence in infants and young children. the presence of atypical T lymphocytes. Chapter 03: Concepts of Altered Health in Older Adults MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. All of the following changes are associated with aging EXCEPT: a. c. d. loss of elastic fibers. decreased secretion of all hormones. degenerative vascular changes. ANS: C REF: 604 2. Predisposing factors to osteoporosis in older women include all of the following EXCEPT: a. decreased estrogen secretion. b. c. d. genetic factors. sedentary lifestyle. decreased parathyroid hormone. ANS: D REF: 606 3. Lung expansion in the elderly may be reduced because of decreased: 1. tissue elasticity. 2. rib mobility. 3. control by the respiratory center. 164. skeletal muscle strength. a. 1, 3 b. c. d. ANS: D REF: 607 4. Vision in the elderly may be impaired when the eyeball becomes less elastic, thus preventing accommodation and resulting in: a. presbyopia. b. c. d. cataracts. glaucoma. damage to the retina. ANS: A REF: 608 5. What is a major factor leading to increased occurrence of cancer in the elderly? a. Widespread vascular degeneration b. c. d. Cumulative exposure to carcinogens Hereditary factors Increased immune surveillance ANS: B REF: 609 6. Senescence refers to the period of time when: a. mitosis is accelerated. b. 17 apoptosis is reduced. 1, 4 2, 3, 4 1, 2, 4c. aging changes become apparent. d. cell death exceeds cell replacement. ANS: D REF: 603 7. Theories about the causes of aging include: b. wear and tear. c. d. ANS: D REF: 604 8. Which of the following does NOT contribute to the increasing life span of the general population? a. Reduced cognitive and social activities b. c. d. ANS: A REF: 603 9. The term given to the change that occurs in women at around age 50 with the cessation of the menstrual cycle is: a. menopause. b. c. d. 18 dysmenorrhea. amenorrhea. menarche. Improved living conditions Better nutrition Advancements in health care altered protein (amyloid) accumulation. All the aboveANS: A REF: 604 10. Recommendations to reduce the risk factors and the progression of osteoporosis with aging include: b. maintaining walking and weight-bearing exercise. c. d. increasing bone resorption. maintaining glucocorticoid therapy. ANS: B REF: 607 11. All are physiological changes that occur with aging EXCEPT: a. reduced skeletal muscle mass. b. c. d. degeneration of fibrocartilage in intervertebral discs in the spine. increased basal metabolic rate (BMR). reduced bladder capacity and incomplete bladder emptying. ANS: C REF: 607 | 609 12. With advancing age, the major change in the cardiovascular system involves: a. irregular impulse conduction in the heart. b. c. d. a reduced number of collagen fibers to support cardiac muscle. vascular degeneration, leading to arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis. the heart valves becoming thin and weak. ANS: C REF: 605 13. Which of the following factors lead to delayed wound healing in the elderly? 1. Reduced rate of mitosis