Pathophysiology Chapter 1- Test Bank

Pathophysiology Chapter 1- Test Bank 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. - correct answersC A circumstance that causes a sudden acute episode of a chronic disease to occur is termed: A) latent stage. B) predisposing factor. C) incidence. D) precipitating factor - correct answersD 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) multiorgan disorder. C) syndrome. D) manifestation. - correct answersC A deficit of oxygen in the cells usually due to respiratory or circulatory problems is called: A) apoptosis. B) ischemia C) hypertrophy D) necrosis - correct answersB A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called: A) acute B) latent C) chronic D) manifestation - correct answersA A situation when there is a higher than expected number of cases of an infectious disease within a given area is called a/an: