Chapter 01: Introduction to Pathophysiology Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 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 The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the: a. subjective feelings of discomfort during a chronic illness. b. signs and symptoms of a disease. c. f...

Chapter 01: Introduction to Pathophysiology Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 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 The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the: a. subjective feelings of discomfort during a chronic illness. b. signs and symptoms of a disease. c. f...

CHAPTER 1 Common cellular adaptations Atrophy refers to a decrease in the size of cells, resulting in a reduced tissue mass. Common causes include reduced use of the tissue, insufficient nutrition, decreased neurologic or hormonal stimulation, and aging. An example is the shrinkage of skeletal muscle that occurs when a limb is immobilized in a cast for several weeks. • Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of individual cells, resulting in an enlarged tissue mass. This increase may...

CHAPTER 1 Common cellular adaptations Atrophy refers to a decrease in the size of cells, resulting in a reduced tissue mass. Common causes include reduced use of the tissue, insufficient nutrition, decreased neurologic or hormonal stimulation, and aging. An example is the shrinkage of skeletal muscle that occurs when a limb is immobilized in a cast for several weeks. • Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of individual cells, resulting in an enlarged tissue mass. This increase may...

Exam (elaborations) Nursing Nr 283-patho Test Final Chapter 9 Musculoskeletal Disorders

Summary Nursing Nr 283-patho Test Final CHAPTER 1 Common cellular adaptations CHAPTER 1 Common cellular adaptations CHAPTER 2 Fluid deficit- Dehydration Acute inflammation (Local and Systemic effects) Transmission of infectious agents Control of transmission and infection CHAPTER 7 Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock CHAPTER 8 Inflammatory disorders – Urticaria Squamous cell carcinoma Kaposi sarcoma CHAPTER 9 Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoporosis