PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 1 RASMUSSEN ACTUAL
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Pathophysiology Exam 1 Rasmussen
Pathophysiology
Answer- the study of abnormalities in physiologic functioning of
living beings
Pathology
Answer- the study and diagnosis of disease through examination
of organs, tissues, cells, and bodily fluids
Etiology
Answer- The study of the causes and origins of disease
,4 topics of pathophysiology
Answer- etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations,
treatment
pathogenesis
answer- development or evolution of a disease
clinical manifestation
answer- signs and symptoms or evidence of disease
exacerbation
answer- a relatively sudden increase in the severity of a disease
or any of its signs and symptom
remission
answer- decline in severity of symptoms
,sequela
answer- a disorder or condition usually resulting from a previous
disease or injury
acute
answer- sudden onset and short duration
chronic
answer- long term
Primary level of prevention
Answer- altering susceptibility; reducing exposure for
susceptible persons
Example of primary prevention
Answer- Immunization, health/sex end, quit smoking drinking
or poor diet.
, Secondary level of prevention
Answer- -conduction activities that help prevent a worsening
health status by detection or management of diseases
examples of secondary prevention
answer- Self-breast exams, yearly cancer screenings, proper
management of diabetes
Tertiary level of prevention
-supports optimal functioning
-prevents long term consequences of a chronic illness or
disability
ex: preventing pressure ulcer, promoting independence after
brain injury
Examples of tertiary prevention