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Pathophysiology Chapter 5- Test Bank Questions and Answers
with Solutions UPDATED!!!
A serous exudate is best described as a:
A) thin, watery, colorless exudate.
B) thick, sticky, cloudy secretion.
C) thick, greenish material containing microbes.
D) brownish, clotted material. - ANSWER A
A specific defense for the body is:
A) phagocytosis.
B) sensitized T lymphocytes.
C) the inflammatory response.
D) intact skin and mucous membranes. - ANSWER B
All of the following are correct statements regarding wound
healing EXCEPT:
A) Resolution occurs where there is minimal tissue damage and
the cells can recover.
B) Granulation tissue forms a permanent replacement for
damaged tissue.
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C) Regeneration occurs where the cells are capable of mitosis.
D) Scar tissue forms where the surrounding cells are incapable
of mitosis. - ANSWER B
All of the following are factors that promote healing EXCEPT:
A) good nutrition: protein, vitamins A and C
B) a clean, undisturbed wound.
C) effective circulation.
D) advanced age. - ANSWER D
An abscess contains:
A) serous exudate.
B) purulent exudate.
C) fibrinous exudate.
D) hemorrhagic exudate. - ANSWER B
Application of ice to an injured knee reduces edema by:
A) promoting return of lymph fluid.
B) causing local vasoconstriction.
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C) increasing the rate of tissue repair.
D) causing systemic vasodilation. - ANSWER B
Causes of inflammation include:
A) direct physical damage such as cuts and sprains.
B) allergic reactions.
C) infection.
D) All the above - ANSWER D
Chemical mediators released during the inflammatory response
include:
A) albumin and fibrinogen.
B) growth factors and cell enzymes.
C) macrophages and neutrophils.
D) histamine and prostaglandins. - ANSWER D
During an inflammatory response, hyperemia is caused by:
A) increased blood flow in the area.
B) increased capillary permeability.
Pathophysiology Chapter 5- Test Bank Questions and Answers
with Solutions UPDATED!!!
A serous exudate is best described as a:
A) thin, watery, colorless exudate.
B) thick, sticky, cloudy secretion.
C) thick, greenish material containing microbes.
D) brownish, clotted material. - ANSWER A
A specific defense for the body is:
A) phagocytosis.
B) sensitized T lymphocytes.
C) the inflammatory response.
D) intact skin and mucous membranes. - ANSWER B
All of the following are correct statements regarding wound
healing EXCEPT:
A) Resolution occurs where there is minimal tissue damage and
the cells can recover.
B) Granulation tissue forms a permanent replacement for
damaged tissue.
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C) Regeneration occurs where the cells are capable of mitosis.
D) Scar tissue forms where the surrounding cells are incapable
of mitosis. - ANSWER B
All of the following are factors that promote healing EXCEPT:
A) good nutrition: protein, vitamins A and C
B) a clean, undisturbed wound.
C) effective circulation.
D) advanced age. - ANSWER D
An abscess contains:
A) serous exudate.
B) purulent exudate.
C) fibrinous exudate.
D) hemorrhagic exudate. - ANSWER B
Application of ice to an injured knee reduces edema by:
A) promoting return of lymph fluid.
B) causing local vasoconstriction.
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C) increasing the rate of tissue repair.
D) causing systemic vasodilation. - ANSWER B
Causes of inflammation include:
A) direct physical damage such as cuts and sprains.
B) allergic reactions.
C) infection.
D) All the above - ANSWER D
Chemical mediators released during the inflammatory response
include:
A) albumin and fibrinogen.
B) growth factors and cell enzymes.
C) macrophages and neutrophils.
D) histamine and prostaglandins. - ANSWER D
During an inflammatory response, hyperemia is caused by:
A) increased blood flow in the area.
B) increased capillary permeability.
