Test Bank Porth Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered Health States 2nd Canadian EditionTable of Contents Chapter 01: Concepts of Health and Disease ............................................................................................................ 2 Chapter 02: Concepts of Altered Health in Children .............................................................................................. 13 Chapter 03: Concepts of Altered Health in Older Adults ........................................................................................ 17 Chapter 04: Cell and Tissue Characteristics ............................................................................................................ 21 Chapter 05: Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death .............................................................................................. 25 Chapter 06: Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance ............................................................................. 29 Chapter 07: Genetic and Congenital Disorders ...................................................................................................... 32 Chapter 08: Neoplasia ............................................................................................................................................ 36 Chapter 09: Stress and Adaptation ........................................................................................................................ 46 Chapter 10: Alterations in Temperature Regulation .............................................................................................. 49 Chapter 11: Activity Tolerance and Fatigue ............................................................................................................ 53 Chapter 12: Blood Cells and the Hematopoietic System ........................................................................................ 63 Chapter 13: Disorders of Hemostasis ..................................................................................................................... 67 Chapter 14: Disorders of Red Blood Cells ............................................................................................................... 71 Chapter 15: Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues ....................................................................... 75 Chapter 16: Mechanisms of Infectious Disease ...................................................................................................... 79 Chapter 17: Innate and Adaptive Immunity ........................................................................................................... 83 Chapter 18: Inflammation, Tissue Repair, and Wound Healing ............................................................................ 87 Chapter 19: Disorders of the Immune Response .................................................................................................... 89 Chapter 20: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome ............................................................................................. 93 Chapter 21: Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System ..................................................................... 100 Chapter 22: Disorders of Blood Flow in the Systemic Circulation ....................................................................... 104 Chapter 23: Disorders of Blood Pressure Regulation ........................................................................................... 108 Chapter 24: Disorders of Cardiac Function ........................................................................................................... 116 Chapter 25: Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm ................................................................................. 120 Chapter 26: Heart Failure and Circulatory Shock ................................................................................................. 128 Chapter 27: Structure and Function of the Respiratory System ........................................................................... 132 Chapter 28: Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasms, and Childhood Disorders ............................................... 136 Chapter 29: Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange ..................................................................................... 140 Chapter 30: Structure and Function of the Kidney ............................................................................................... 144 Chapter 31: Disorders of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance ........................................................................................148 Chapter 32: Disorders of Acid—Base Balance ....................................................................................................... 151 Chapter 33: Disorders of Renal Function ............................................................................................................. 160 Chapter 34: Acute Renal Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease ............................................................................... 163 Chapter 35: Disorders of the Bladder and Lower Urinary Tract ........................................................................... 167 Chapter 36: Structure and Function of the Gastrointestinal System .................................................................... 171
1 | P a g eChapter 37: Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function ............................................................................................. 175
Chapter 38: Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function ........................................................... 179
Chapter 39: Alterations in Nutritional Status ....................................................................................................... 183
Chapter 40: Mechanisms of Endocrine Control .................................................................................................... 187
Chapter 41: Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism ............................................................. 191
Chapter 42: Diabetes Mellitus and the Metabolic Syndrome ................................................................................ 194
Chapter 43: Structure and Function of the Male Genitourinary System ..............................................................198
Chapter 44: Disorders of the Male Genitourinary System ................................................................................... 202
Chapter 45: Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System ........................................................... 210
Chapter 47: Sexually Transmitted Infections ........................................................................................................ 221
Chapter 48: Organization and Control of Neural Function ................................................................................. 224
Chapter 50: Disorders of Motor Function ............................................................................................................ 228
Chapter 52: Sleep and Sleep Disorders ................................................................................................................ 242
Chapter 53: Disorders of Thought, Mood, and Memory ...................................................................................... 245
Chapter 54: Disorders of Visual Function ............................................................................................................. 251
Chapter 55: Disorders of Hearing and Vestibular Function ................................................................................. 259
Chapter 56: Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System ................................................................... 267
Chapter 57: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Neoplasms .................................. 270
Chapter 58: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Developmental and Metabolic Disorders ......................... 274
Chapter 59: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders ........................................................ 278
Chapter 60: Structure and Function of the Skin .................................................................................................. 286
Chapter 61: Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function ......................................................................................... 289
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:
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b.
c.
d.
subjective feelings of discomfort during a chronic illness.
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
4. 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.
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course of a disease.
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.
c.
d.
metaplasia.
anaplasia.
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.
b.
c.
d.
metaplasia.
atrophy.
dysplasia.
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:
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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.
d.
ANS: A REF: 8
11. The term cancer refers to:
a.
dysplasia.
atrophy.
regeneration.
gangrene.
hypoxia.
necrosis.
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.
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Ischemic damage to cellsc.
Liquefaction of necrotic tissue
d.
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.
c.
d.
cell are liquefied by enzymes.
dead cells form a thick cheesy substance.
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.
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predisposing factor.
d.
precipitating factor.
ANS: D REF: 7
17. The term homeostasis refers to:
a.
the causative factors in a particular disease.
b.
c.
d.
ANS: B REF: 2
18. Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises
after the original disease has been established?
a.
Symptoms
b.
c.
d.
Occurrence
Manifestations
Complication
ANS: D REF: 7
19. Pathophysiology involves the study of:
a.
maintenance of a stable internal environment.
a condition that triggers an acute episode.
a collection of signs and symptoms.
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?
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b.
c.
d.
The science of tracking the occurrence and distribution of diseases
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
b.
c.
d.
2, 4
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.
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c.
d.
a deviation from the normal state of health and function.
the treatment measures used to promote recovery.
a basic collection of signs and symptoms.
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.
d.
multiorgan disorder.
syndrome.
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.
normal state.
If the noxious factor remains for an extended period of time, the damage becomes irreversible and the
c
c.
d.
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.
treatment knows who is receiving the experimental therapy.
Both groups of research subjects and the person administering the treatment know who is receiving
the
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experimental therapy.
The research subjects do not know, but the person administering the treatment knows who is
receiving
c.
placebo or standard therapy.
d. 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.
d.
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.
evidence-based research.
blind research studies.
approval for immediate distribution.
period of recovery and return to a normal state.
b.
c.
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expected outcome of the disease.
mortality and morbidity rates for a given population.d.
ANS: B REF: 7
30. When prolonged ischemia occurs to an area of the heart, the resulting damage is referred
to as:
a.
atrophy.
b.
c.
d.
ANS: D REF: 10
31. During the evaluation process for a new therapys effectiveness and safety, a double
blind study 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.
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liquefactive necrosis.
apoptosis.
infarction.
typical collection of signs and symptoms.b.
certain food additives.
c.
d.
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
b.
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
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2, 4, 5
1, 3, 4
1, 2, 3, 4, 5a.
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.
b.
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.
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Unevenly aligned hips and shouldersc.
d.
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.
Deformity of a limb, pain at rest
Fever, leukocytosis, and malaise
A red, swollen area, pain increasing with movement
ANS: 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.
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Weight loss
1, 4
2, 3
2, 4c.
Dental caries and esophagitis
d.
Amenorrhea
ANS: A REF: 598
7. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by:
a.
a refusal to eat.
b.
c.
d.
extreme weight loss.
alternating binge eating and purging.
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?
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c.
d.
It is related to chromosome abnormalities such as monosomy X.
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.
b.
c.
d.
juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA).
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
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a.
b.
presence of significant abdominal fat mass, changes in glucose metabolism, and changes in
lipoprotein
metabolism.
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.
ANS: 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.
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genetic factors.
c.
d.
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.
4. 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
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1, 4
2, 3, 4
1, 2, 4b.
Cumulative exposure to carcinogens
c.
d.
Hereditary factors
Increased immune surveillance
ANS: B REF: 609
6. Senescence refers to the period of time when:
a.
mitosis is accelerated.
b.
c.
d.
apoptosis is reduced.
aging changes become apparent.
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.
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Improved living conditions
Better nutrition
Advancements in health care
altered protein (amyloid) accumulation.
All the above9. The term given to the change that occurs in women at around age 50 with the cessation of
the menstrual cycle is:
a.
b.
c.
d.
ANS: 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.
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a reduced number of collagen fibers to support cardiac muscle.
menopause.
dysmenorrhea.
amenorrhea.
menarche.c.
d.
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
2. Inadequate circulation
3. High risk of infection
4. More effective immune system
a.
b.
c.
d.
ANS: D REF: 609
14. Which of the following may develop in an elderly patient who has several medical problems
and is markedly obese?
a.
Osteoarthritis and cardiovascular complications
b.
c.
d.
Decreased activity and diabetes mellitus
Undesirable interactions with multiple prescription drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) medications
A, B, and C
Chapter 04: Cell and Tissue Characteristics
1.
The nucleus
1, 2
1, 3
2, 4
1, 2, 3
, which is essential for function and survival of the cell.
A)
B)
C)
D)
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is the site of protein synthesis
contains the genetic code
transforms cellular energy
initiates aerobic metabolismAlthough energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power plants of the cell
because
2.
A)
B)
C)
D)
3.
A)
B)
C)
D)
4.
A)
B)
C)
D)
5.
A)
B)
C)
D)
6.
A)
B)
C)
D)
7.
A)
B)
C)
D)
8.
A)
B)
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they:
contain RNA for protein synthesis.
utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy.
extract energy from organic compounds.
store calcium bonds for muscle contractions.
Although the basic structure of the cell plasma membrane is formed by a lipid bilayer, most of the
specific membrane functions are carried out by:
bound and transmembrane proteins.
complex, long carbohydrate chains.
surface antigens and hormone receptors.
a gating system of selective ion channels.
To effectively relay signals, cell-to-cell communication utilizes chemical messenger systems that:
displace surface receptor proteins.
accumulate within cell gap junctions.
bind to contractile microfilaments.
release secretions into extracellular fluid.
Aerobic metabolism, also known as oxidative metabolism, provides energy by:
removing the phosphate bonds from ATP.
combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water.
activating pyruvate stored in the cytoplasm.
breaking down glucose to form lactic acid.
Exocytosis, the reverse of endocytosis, is important in
Engulfing and ingesting fluid and proteins for transport
Killing, degrading, and dissolving harmful microorganisms
Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances
Destruction of particles by lysosomal enzymes for secretion
into the extracellular fluid.
The process responsible for generating and conducting membrane potentials is:
diffusion of current-carrying ions.
millivoltage of electrical potential.
polarization of charged particles.
ion channel neurotransmission.
Epithelial tissues are classified according to the shape of the cells and the number of layers. Which of
following is a correctly matched description and type of epithelial tissue?
Simple epithelium: cells in contact with intercellular matrix; some do not extend to surface
Stratified epithelium: single layer of cells; all cells rest on basement membraneC)
D)
9.
A)
B)
C)
D)
10.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Glandular epithelium: arise from surface epithelia and underlying connective tissue
Pseudostratified epithelium: multiple layers of cells; deepest layer rests on basement
membran
Connective tissue contains fibroblasts that are responsible for:
providing a fibrous framework for capillaries.
synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers.
forming tendons and the fascia that covers muscles.
filling spaces between tissues to keep organs in place.
Although all muscle tissue cells have some similarities, smooth muscle (also known as involuntary
muscle) differs by:
having dense bodies attached to actin filaments.
containing sarcomeres between Z lines and M bands.
having rapid contractions and abundant cross-striations.
contracting in response to increased intracellular calcium.
A)
11. Which of the following aspects of the function of the nucleus is performed by ribosomal RNA (rRN
Copying and carrying DNA instructions for protein synthesis
B)
C)
D)
12.
A)
B)
C)
D)
13.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Carrying amino acids to the site of protein synthesis
Providing the site where protein synthesis occurs
Regulating and controlling protein synthesis
Breakdown and removal of foreign substances and worn-out cell parts are performed by which of
th
following organelles?
Lysosomes
Golgi apparatus
Ribosomes
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Impairment in the function of peroxisomes would result in:
inadequate sites for protein synthesis.
an inability to transport cellular products across the cell membrane.
insufficient energy production within a cell.
accumulation of free radicals in the cytoplasm.
After several months of trying to conceive, a couple is undergoing fertility testing. Semen analysis
indicates that the mans sperm have decreased motility, a finding that is thought to underlie the
coup inability to become pregnant. Which of the following cellular components may be defective
within
14.
A)
B)
C)
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mans sperm?
Ribosomes
Microtubules
MitochondriaD)
Microfilaments
A)
15. Which of the following statements is true of glycolysis?
Glycolysis requires oxygen.
B)
C)
D)
Glycolysis occurs in cells without mitochondria.
Glycolysis provides the majority of the bodys energy needs.
Glycolysis produces energy, water, and carbon dioxide.
A)
16. Which of the following membrane transport mechanisms requires the greatest amount of energy?
Facilitated diffusion
B)
C)
D)
17.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Passive transport
Vesicular transport
Simple diffusion
A male patient with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus is experiencing hyperglycemia because h
lacks sufficient insulin to increase the availability of glucose transporters in his cell membranes.
Consequently, his cells lack intracellular glucose and it accumulates in his blood. Which of the
following processes would best allow glucose to cross his cell membranes?
Facilitated diffusion
Simple diffusion
Secondary active transport
Endocytosis
A)
18. Which of the following statements is true of skeletal muscle cells?
Skeletal muscle cells each have an apical, lateral, and basal surface.
B)
C)
D)
They are closely apposed and are joined by cell-to-cell adhesion molecules.
Their basal surface is attached to a basement membrane.
Skeletal muscle is multinucleated, lacking true cell boundaries.
A)
19. Which of the following body tissues exhibits the highest rate of turnover and renewal?
The squamous epithelial cells of the skin
B)
C)
D)
20.
A)
B)
C)
D)
The connective tissue supporting blood vessels
The skeletal muscle that facilitates movement
The nervous tissue that constitutes the central nervous system
A patient with a pathophysiologic condition that affects the desmosomes is most likely to exhibit:
impaired contraction of skeletal and smooth muscle.
weakness of the collagen and elastin fibers in the extracellular space.
impaired communication between neurons and effector organs.
separation at the junctions between epithelial cells.
Answer Key
1.
B
2.
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C3.
A
4. D
5.
B
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
C
A
C
B
A
C
A
13. D
14.
B
15.
16.
17.
B
C
A
18. D
19.
A
20. D
Chapter 05: Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death
1.
Ischemia and other toxic injuries increase the accumulation of intracellular calcium as a result of:
A)
B)
C)
D)
2.
A)
B)
C)
D)
3.
A)
B)
C)
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release of stored calcium from the mitochondria.
improved intracellular volume regulation.
decreased influx across the cell membrane.
attraction of calcium to fatty infiltrates.
The patient is found to have liver disease, resulting in the removal of a lobe of his liver. Adaptation to
reduced size of the liver leads to
of the remaining liver cells.
metaplasia
organ atrophy
compensatory hyperplasia
physiologic hypertrophy
A person eating peanuts starts choking and collapses. His airway obstruction is partially cleared, but
remains hypoxic until he reaches the hospital. The prolonged cell hypoxia caused a cerebral infarctio
and resulting
in the brain.
caspase activation
coagulation necrosis
rapid phagocytosisD)
4.
A)
B)
C)
D)
5.
A)
B)
C)
D)
6.
A)
B)
C)
D)
7.
A)
B)
C)
D)
8.
A)
B)
C)
D)
9.
A)
B)
C)
D)
10.
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protein p53 deficiency
Bacteria and viruses cause cell damage by
caused by other injurious agents.
, which is unique from the intracellular damage
disrupting the sodium/potassium ATPase pump
interrupting oxidative metabolism processes
replicating and producing continued injury
decreasing protein synthesis and function
The patient has a prolonged interruption in arterial blood flow to his left kidney, causing hypoxic
cell
injury and the release of free radicals. Free radicals damage cells by:
destroying phospholipids in the cell membrane.
altering the immune response of the cell.
disrupting calcium storage in the cell.
inactivation of enzymes and mitochondria.
Injured cells have impaired flow of substances through the cell membrane as a result of:
increased fat load.
altered permeability.
altered glucose utilization.
increased surface receptors.
Reversible adaptive intracellular responses are initiated by:
stimulus overload.
genetic mutations.
chemical messengers.
mitochondrial DNA.
Injured cells become very swollen as a result of:
increased cell protein synthesis.
altered cell volume regulation.
passive entry of potassium into the cell.
bleb formation in the plasma membrane.
A diabetic patient has impaired sensation, circulation, and oxygenation of his feet. He steps on a
piec glass, the wound does not heal, and the area tissue becomes necrotic. The necrotic cell death is
characterized by:
rapid apoptosis.
cellular rupture.
shrinkage and collapse.
chronic inflammation.
A 99-year-old woman has experienced the decline of cell function associated with age. A group of
theories of cellular aging focus on programmed:A)
B)
C)
D)
changes with genetic influences.
elimination of cell receptor sites.
insufficient telomerase enzyme.
DNA mutation or faulty repair.
An 89-year-old female patient has experienced significant decreases in her mobility and stamina
du a 3-week hospital stay for the treatment of a femoral head fracture. Which of the following
phenom
11.
A)
B)
C)
D)
12.
A)
B)
C)
D)
most likely accounts for the patients decrease in muscle function that underlies her reduced
mobility
Impaired muscle cell metabolism resulting from metaplasia
Dysplasia as a consequence of inflammation during bone remodeling
Disuse atrophy of muscle cells during a prolonged period of immobility
Ischemic atrophy resulting from vascular changes while on bedrest
A 20-year-old college student has presented to her campus medical clinic for a scheduled
Papanicol
(Pap) smear. The clinician who will interpret the smear will examine cell samples for evidence of:
changes in cell shape, size, and organization.
the presence of unexpected cell types.
ischemic changes in cell samples.
abnormally high numbers of cells in a specified field.
A)
13. Which of the following pathophysiologic processes is most likely to result in metastatic calcificatio
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
B)
C)
D)
14.
A)
B)
C)
D)
15.
A)
B)
C)
D)
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Liver cirrhosis
Impaired glycogen metabolism
Hyperparathyroidism
Despite the low levels of radiation used in contemporary radiologic imaging, a radiology technician
aware of the need to minimize her exposure to ionizing radiation. What is the primary rationale for
t
technicians precautions?
Radiation stimulates pathologic cell hypertrophy and hyperplasia.
Radiation results in the accumulation of endogenous waste products in the cytoplasm.
Radiation interferes with DNA synthesis and mitosis.
Radiation decreases the action potential of rapidly dividing cells.
The parents of a 4-year-old girl have sought care because their daughter has admitted to chewing
an swallowing imported toy figurines that have been determined to be made of lead. Which of the
following blood tests should the care team prioritize?
White blood cell levels with differential
Red blood cell levels and morphology
Urea and creatinine levels
Liver function panelA 70-year-old male patient has been admitted to a hospital for the treatment of a recent
hemorrhagic stroke that has left him with numerous motor and sensory deficits. These deficits are
most likely the
16.
A)
B)
C)
D)
result of which of the following mechanisms of cell injury?
Free radical injury
Hypoxia and ATP depletion
Interference with DNA synthesis
Impaired calcium homeostasis
A)
17. Which of the following processes associated with cellular injury is most likely to be reversible?
Cell damage resulting from accumulation of fat in the cytoplasm
B)
C)
D)
18.
A)
B)
C)
D)
19.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Cellular changes as a result of ionizing radiation
Cell damage from accumulation of free radicals
Apoptosis
The extrinsic pathway of apoptosis can be initiated by:
damage to cellular DNA.
decreased ATP levels.
activation of the p53 protein.
activation of death receptors on the cell surface.
A patient with severe peripheral vascular disease has developed signs of dry gangrene on the great
t of one foot. Which of the following pathophysiologic processes most likely contributed to this
diagnosis?
Inappropriate activation of apoptosis
Bacterial invasion
Impaired arterial blood supply
Metaplastic cellular changes
20. Which of the following facts underlies the concept of replicative senescence?
Genes controlling longevity are present or absent in varying quantities among different
A)
B)
C)
D)
Answer Key
1.
A
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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C
B
C
A
B
individuals.
Telomeres become progressively shorter in successive generations of a cell.
The damaging influence of free radicals increases exponentially in later generations of a cell.
Aging produces mutations in DNA and deficits in DNA repair.7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
C
B
B
A
C
A
13. D
14.
C
15.
16.
17.
B
B
A
18. D
19.
C
20.
B
Chapter 06: Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance
1.
Triplet codes of three bases are the genetic codes used in transmitting genetic information necessary
f
A)
B)
C)
D)
chromatin formation.
protein synthesis.
enzyme activation.
nucleotide bonding.
A)
2. Unlike messenger RNA (mRNA) and transfer RNA (tRNA), ribosomal RNA (rRNA):
is produced in the nucleolus.
B)
C)
D)
3.
A)
B)
C)
D)
4.
A)
B)
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delivers activated amino acids.
is formed by transcription.
coordinates RNA translation.
Splicing of mRNA during processing permits a cell to:
form different proteins.
increase DNA content.
stop copying DNA onto RNA.
add nucleic acid end pieces.
When an infant is born with gene mutations in his/her cells, the errors may be a result of all of the
following except
of base pairs.
deletion
substitutionC)
D)
5.
A)
B)
C)
D)
differentiation
rearrangement
Identifying the genetic sex of a child is based on finding intracellular Barr bodies that consist of:
inactive chromatin material.
male-specific chromosomes.
homologous chromosomes.
excess autosomal material.
A)
6. Multifactorial inheritance is similar to polygenic inheritance because both involve:
environmental effects on alleles.
B)
C)
D)
7.
A)
B)
C)
D)
8.
A)
B)
C)
D)
9.
A)
B)
C)
D)
multiple alleles at different loci.
predictable somatic allele effects.
homozygous pairing of two alleles.
Crossing over of chromatid segments during meiosis division 1 results in:
spontaneous gene mutations.
initial DNA synthesis.
bivalent X and Y genes.
new gene combinations.
During the transcription process, RNA:
polymerase attaches to DNA.
exon sequences are reversed.
delivers activated amino acids.
reverses redundant base pairs.
The process of gene expression is increased by:
mutation of normal suppressor genes.
induction by an external influence.
repression of internal penetrance.
activation of growth control genes.
10. Gene therapy, insertion of genes into the genome of multicellular organisms, is accomplished by:
A)
B)
C)
D)
restriction enzymes.
transferring genes.
DNA fragment separation.
cross-over gene exchange.
A)
11. Which of the following statements is true of genetic mutations?
Errors in DNA duplication are normally irreparable.
B)
C)
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Mutations that occur in somatic cells are inheritable.
Mutations may result from extrinsic factors or from spontaneous error.D)
Errors in DNA replication are most often fatal.
12.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Individual differences in appearance, behavior, and disease susceptibility are a result of:
karyotyping.
mutations.
DNA repair.
a haplotype.
A)
13. Which of the following statements is true of messenger RNA (mRNA)?
mRNA is produced in the nucleolus.
B)
C)
D)
14.
A)
B)
C)
D)
mRNA provides the template for protein synthesis.
Each mRNA molecule has two recognition sites.
mRNA delivers the activated form of an amino acid to the protein being synthesized.
Prenatal genetic testing that counts the number of Barr bodies in a chromosome is able to
determine
the genetic sex of a child.
susceptibility to hemophilia B.
the presence of fragile X syndrome.
fetal viability.
The gene responsible for a particular congenital cardiac anomaly is said to have complete
penetranc
15. What are the clinical implications of this fact?
A)
B)
C)
D)
16.
A)
B)
C)
D)
The anomaly is a result of polygenetic inheritance.
The heart defect does not result from any other gene.
Multiple alleles contribute to the defect.
All the individuals who possess the gene will exhibit the anomaly.
A dominant genetic trait:
is expressed only in a heterozygous pairing.
is expressed in either a homozygous or heterozygous pairing.
is expressed only in a homozygous pairing.
is expressed in some carriers.
A)
17. Which of the following methods of genetic mapping focuses on the measurement of enzyme activit
Hybridization studies
B)
C)
D)
Haplotype mapping
Linkage studies
Gene dosage studies
A)
18. Which of the following facts underlies the application of RNA interference in the treatment of disea
Restriction enzymes are able to cleave genetic molecules at predictable sites.
B)
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It is possible to produce proteins that have therapeutic properties.C)
D)
Faulty gene activity that produces unwanted proteins can sometimes be stopped.
Individual differences are attributable to a very small percentage of the genes in the human
bo
19.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Although the majority of cellular DNA exists in the cell nucleus, part of the cell DNA is located in t
mitochondria.
Golgi apparatus.
smooth endoplasmic reticulum.
microfilaments.
A)
20. Which of the following is an application of recombinant DNA technology?
Production of human insulin
B)
C)
D)
Answer Key
1.
B
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
A
A
C
A
B
7. D
8.
A
9.
10.
11.
B
B
C
12. D
13.
B
14.
A
15. D
16.
B
17. D
18.
C
19.
20.
A
A
Chapter 07: Genetic and Congenital Disorders
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DNA fingerprinting
Gene dosage studies
Somatic cell hybridizationA)
1. Genetic disorders that involve a single gene trait are characterized by:
multifactorial gene mutations.
B)
C)
D)
2.
A)
B)
C)
D)
3.
A)
B)
C)
D)
chromosome rearrangements.
Mendelian patterns of transmission.
abnormal numbers of chromosomes.
In addition to having a 50% chance of inheriting an autosomal dominant disorder from an affected
pa
such a disorder is characterized by:
aneuploidy of genes in all cells.
deficiencies in enzyme synthesis.
affected X transmission to daughters.
varied gene penetration and expression.
Autosomal recessive disorders are characterized by:
age of onset later in life.
abnormal protein structure.
inborn errors of metabolism.
one in two risk of a carrier child.
A)
4. When a male child inherits an X-linked disorder from his heterozygous carrier mother,
his sons will be carriers.
B)
C)
D)
5.
A)
B)
C)
D)
6.
A)
B)
C)
D)
7.
A)
B)
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his father has the disorder.
some of his sisters will be carriers.
his daughters will have the disorder.
Multifactorial inheritance disorders, such as cleft palate, are often caused by
development.
multiple gene mutations
dominant gene expression
X-linked crossover problem
polyploidy of chromosomes
The newborn has the distinctive physical features of trisomy 21, Down syndrome, which includes:
upward slanting of eyes.
large, protruding ears.
thin lips and small tongue.
long fingers with extra creases.
Aneuploidy of the X chromosome can result in a monosomy or polysomy disorder. The manifestation
monosomy X, Turner syndrome, differ from polysomy X disorders in numerous ways that include:
short-stature female individual..
mental retardation.
during feC)
D)
8.
A)
B)
C)
D)
9.
A)
B)
C)
D)
10.
A)
B)
C)
D)
11.
A)
B)
C)
D)
enlarged breasts.
early onset puberty.
A teratogenic environmental agent can cause birth defects when:
inherited as a recessive trait.
intense exposure occurs at birth.
disjunction occurs during meiosis.
retained during early pregnancy.
Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is unlike other teratogens in that the harmful effects on the fetus:
directly result in liver damage.
extend throughout the pregnancy.
is most noticeable in adulthood.
cause death in early childhood.
Prenatal diagnosis methods include the use of ultrasonography for identifying
t
cytogenic
skeletal
chromosomal
a-fetoprotein
A woman who is a carrier for which of the following diseases possesses the greatest likelihood of
passing the disease to her future children when heterozygous pairing exists?
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Tay-Sachs disease
Neurofibromatosis
Cystic fibrosis
A)
12. Which of the following statements is true of autosomal recessive disorders?
Onset is typically late in childhood or early in adulthood.
B)
C)
D)
13.
A)
B)
C)
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Symptomatology is less uniform than with autosomal dominant disorders.
Mitochondrial DNA is normally the site of genetic alteration.
Effects are typically the result of alterations in enzyme function.
The parents of a newborn infant are relieved that their baby was born healthy, with the exception
of cleft lip that will be surgically corrected in 10 or 12 weeks. Which of the nurses following
statemen
the parents best conveys the probable cause of the infants cleft lip?
Though you are both healthy, you likely both carry the gene for a cleft lip.
Provided one of you had the gene for a cleft lip, your baby likely faced a 50/50 chance of hav
one.
Your childs cleft lip likely results from the interplay between environment and genes.
A cleft lip can sometimes result from taking prescription drugs, even when theyre taken as
abnormaliD)
ordered.
14.
A)
B)
C)
D)
15.
A)
B)
C)
D)
16.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Which of the following practitioners is most likely to be of assistance in the early care of an infant w
a cleft lip?
Lactation consultant
Respiratory therapist
Occupational therapist
Social worker
A 41-year-old woman has made the recent decision to start a family, and is eager to undergo testing
mitigate the possibility of having a child with Down syndrome. Which of the following tests is mos
likely to provide the data the woman seeks?
Genetic testing of the woman
Genetic testing of the woman and the father
Prenatal blood tests
Ultrasonography
Genetic testing has revealed that a male infant has been born with an extra X chromosome. What
ar
most likely implications of this finding?
The child is unlikely to survive infancy
The child is likely to have no manifestations of this chromosomal abnormality
The child will have significant neurological and cognitive defects
The child will be unable to reproduce
A)
17. Which of the following variables determine the extent of teratogenic drug effects? Select all that ap
Maternal health history
B)
C)
D)
E)
18.
A)
B)
C)
D)
Molecular weight of the drug
Stage of pregnancy when the drug was taken
Duration of drug exposure
Fetal blood type
A woman who has just learned that she is pregnant for the first time has sought advice from her
healthcare provider about the safe use of alcohol during pregnancy. What advice should the clinicia
provide to the woman?
Its likely best to eliminate alcohol from your diet while youre pregnant.
Moderation in alcohol use is critical while you are pregnant.
You should limit yourself to a maximum of one drink daily while youre pregnant.
You should drink no alcohol until you are in your second trimester.
A)
19. Which of the following health problems may be identified by a TORCH screening test?
Rubella and herpes
B)
C)
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Tenovaginitis and human papillomavirus
Rhinovirus and Ormond diseaseD)
Chlamydia and rickets
A)
20. Ultrasonography is most likely to detect which of the following fetal abnormalities?
Neural tube defects
B)
C)
D)
Answer Key
1.
C
2. D
3.
C
4.
5.
6.
7.
C
A
A
A
8. D
9.
B
10.
11.
B
C
12. D
13.
C
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
A
C
B
B, C, D
A
A
B
Chapter 08: Neoplasia
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. What is a benign neoplasm originating from adipose tissue called?
a.
b.
c.
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Adenoma
Lipoma
Fibrosarcoma
Skeletal abnormalities
Chromosomal defects
Single-gene disordersd.
Adenocarcinoma
ANS: B REF: 550
2. What are malignant neoplasms arising from connective tissue cells called?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Carcinomas
Sarcomas
Melanomas
Fibromas
ANS: B REF: 550
3. Which of the following is a characteristic of a benign tumor?
a.
It is unencapsulated and invasive.
b.
c.
d.
It consists of undifferentiated cells.
It exerts systemic effects.
Cells appear relatively normal.
ANS: D REF: 550
4. Which factor provides the basis for the grading of newly diagnosed malignant tumors?
a.
Size of the tumor
b.
c.
d.
Number of metastases
Degree of differentiation of the cells
Number of lymph nodes involved
ANS: C REF: 551
5. A warning sign of possible cancer would be any of the following EXCEPT:
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ANS: C REF: 552 6. The common local effects of an expanding tumor mass include: 1. obstruction of a tube or duct. 2. anemia and weight loss. 3. cell necrosis and ulceration. 4. tumor markers in the circulation. a.
1, 2 b. c. d. 1, 3 2, 4 3, 4
ANS: B REF: 552 7. Which of the following does paraneoplastic syndrome refer
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Porth Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered Health States 2nd
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Table of Contents
Chapter 01: Concepts of Health and Disease..........................................................................................................
Chapter 02: Concepts of Altered Health in Children .............................................................................................
Chapter 03: Concepts of Altered Health in Older Adults .......................................................................................
Chapter 04: Cell and Tissue Characteristics ...........................................................................................................
Chapter 05: Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death ..............................................................................................
Chapter 06: Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance .............................................................................
Chapter 07: Genetic and Congenital Disorders ......................................................................................................
Chapter 08: Neoplasia ............................................................................................................................................
Chapter 09: Stress and Adaptation ........................................................................................................................
Chapter 10: Alterations in Temperature Regulation ..............................................................................................
Chapter 11: Activity Tolerance and Fatigue ............................................................................................................
Chapter 12: Blood Cells and the Hematopoietic System ........................................................................................
Chapter 13: Disorders of Hemostasis .....................................................................................................................
Chapter 14: Disorders of Red Blood Cells ..............................................................................................................
Chapter 15: Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues ......................................................................
Chapter 16: Mechanisms of Infectious Disease ......................................................................................................
Chapter 17: Innate and Adaptive Immunity ...........................................................................................................
Chapter 18: Inflammation, Tissue Repair, and Wound Healing ............................................................................
Chapter 19: Disorders of the Immune Response ....................................................................................................
Chapter 20: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome.............................................................................................
Chapter 21: Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System ..................................................................... 1
Chapter 22: Disorders of Blood Flow in the Systemic Circulation ....................................................................... 1
Chapter 23: Disorders of Blood Pressure Regulation........................................................................................... 1
Chapter 24: Disorders of Cardiac Function...........................................................................................................
Chapter 25: Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm................................................................................. 1
Chapter 26: Heart Failure and Circulatory Shock .................................................................................................1
Chapter 27: Structure and Function of the Respiratory System ........................................................................... 1
Chapter 28: Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasms, and Childhood Disorders ............................................... 1
Chapter 29: Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange ..................................................................................... 1
Chapter 30: Structure and Function of the Kidney ............................................................................................... 1
Chapter 31: Disorders of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance........................................................................................1
Chapter 32: Disorders of Acid—Base Balance .......................................................................................................
Chapter 33: Disorders of Renal Function ............................................................................................................. 1
Chapter 34: Acute Renal Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease............................................................................... 1
Chapter 35: Disorders of the Bladder and Lower Urinary Tract ........................................................................... 1
Chapter 36: Structure and Function of the Gastrointestinal System ....................................................................
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,Chapter 37: Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function .............................................................................................
Chapter 38: Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function ........................................................... 1
Chapter 39: Alterations in Nutritional Status .......................................................................................................1
Chapter 40: Mechanisms of Endocrine Control .................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 41: Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism .............................................................
Chapter 42: Diabetes Mellitus and the Metabolic Syndrome................................................................................ 1
Chapter 43: Structure and Function of the Male Genitourinary System ..............................................................1
Chapter 44: Disorders of the Male Genitourinary System ................................................................................... 2
Chapter 45: Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System ........................................................... 2
Chapter 47: Sexually Transmitted Infections ........................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 48: Organization and Control of Neural Function ................................................................................. 2
Chapter 50: Disorders of Motor Function ............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 52: Sleep and Sleep Disorders ................................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 53: Disorders of Thought, Mood, and Memory ...................................................................................... 2
Chapter 54: Disorders of Visual Function ............................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 55: Disorders of Hearing and Vestibular Function ................................................................................. 2
Chapter 56: Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System ................................................................... 2
Chapter 57: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Neoplasms .................................. 2
Chapter 58: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Developmental and Metabolic Disorders ......................... 2
Chapter 59: Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders ........................................................ 2
Chapter 60: Structure and Function of the Skin .................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 61: Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function ......................................................................................... 2
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:
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, 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.
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, 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:
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