Exam 1: Introduction to Pathophysiology

If the data collected from the research process confirm that the new treatment has increased effectiveness and is safe, this is called:

Caseation necrosis refers to an area where:

The best definition of the term prognosis is the:

Rigorous weight lifting/body building regimens may result in the skeletal muscle cells undergoing:

The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the:

Routine application of sun block to skin would be an example of:

Which of the following conditions distinguishes double blind studies used in health research?

Which of the following is considered a systemic sign of disease?

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 5) Current allergies

During the evaluation process for a new therapy's effectiveness and safety, a double blind study may be conducted during:

Why are the predisposing factors for a specific disease important to health professionals?

Cell damage may be caused by exogenous sources such as:

Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology?

The term pathogenesis refers to:

When prolonged ischemia occurs to an area of the heart, the resulting damage is referred to as:

All of the following statements are correct about cell damage EXCEPT:

When a group of cells in the body dies, the change is called:

A deficit of oxygen in the cells usually due to respiratory or circulatory problems is called:

Etiology is defined as the study of the:

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