Question 1

Which of the following would confirm reduced normal linear growth during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

A) levels of androgens 
B) abnormally thin epiphyseal plate in X-ray 
C) lack of a broader pelvis in males 
D) development of kyphosis 
A) levels of androgens 
B) abnormally thin epiphyseal plate in X-ray 
C) lack of a broader pelvis in males 
D) development of kyphosis B

Question 2

Infectious Mononucleosis is characterized by all EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) sore throat,fever,fatigue,malaise and rash on trunk 
B) enlarged lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy)and spleen (splenomegaly) 
C) increased occurrence in infants and young children 
D) the presence of atypical T-lymphocytes 
E) a positive heterophil antibody test (Monospot test) 
A) sore throat,fever,fatigue,malaise and rash on trunk 
B) enlarged lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy)and spleen (splenomegaly) 
C) increased occurrence in infants and young children 
D) the presence of atypical T-lymphocytes 
E) a positive heterophil antibody test (Monospot test) C

Question 3

An autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation in the joints of children is:

Accepted Answer

A) lordosis 
B) juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JR
A)  
C) osteomyelitis 
D) metabolic syndrome 
A) lordosis 
B) juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JR
A)  
C) osteomyelitis 
D) metabolic syndrome B

Question 4

Infectious mononucleosis can be diagnosed by the presence of:

Accepted Answer

A) sore throat,fever,and lymphadenopathy 
B) abnormal lymphocytes and positive antibody test 
C) the causative bacteria in the saliva 
D) extreme fatigue and malaise 
A) sore throat,fever,and lymphadenopathy 
B) abnormal lymphocytes and positive antibody test 
C) the causative bacteria in the saliva 
D) extreme fatigue and malaise

Question 5

Which statement applies to testicular cancer?

Accepted Answer

A) It often develops from untreated,undescended testes. 
B) It is related to chromosome abnormalities such as monosomy X. 
C) The tumor presents as a painful red lump in the scrotum. 
D) The cancer usually causes sterility. 
A) It often develops from untreated,undescended testes. 
B) It is related to chromosome abnormalities such as monosomy X. 
C) The tumor presents as a painful red lump in the scrotum. 
D) The cancer usually causes sterility.

Question 6

Which of the following comprise typical early signs of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
1)presence of rheumatoid factor in the blood
2)high fever and skin rash
3)swollen painful knees,wrists,and elbows
4)deformity of the hands and feet

Accepted Answer

A) 1,3 
B) 1,4 
C) 2,3 
D) 2,4 
A) 1,3 
B) 1,4 
C) 2,3 
D) 2,4

Question 7

The biologic changes associated with adolescence result are stimulated primarily by:

Accepted Answer

A) the peripheral nervous system 
B) the thalamus 
C) increased secretion of estrogen and progesterone 
D) the pituitary gland 
A) the peripheral nervous system 
B) the thalamus 
C) increased secretion of estrogen and progesterone 
D) the pituitary gland

Question 8

Which of the following might fluid and electrolyte deficits cause in a patient with anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

A) cardiac arrhythmias 
B) weight loss 
C) dental caries and esophagitis 
D) amenorrhea 
A) cardiac arrhythmias 
B) weight loss 
C) dental caries and esophagitis 
D) amenorrhea

Question 9

Obesity in adolescents is:

Accepted Answer

A) determined by calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) 
B) a significant factor in a teen's self-image 
C) related to increased intake of high fat and high carbohydrate snacks,"fast foods" 
D) associated with lack of regular physical activities 
E) All the above are correct. 
A) determined by calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) 
B) a significant factor in a teen's self-image 
C) related to increased intake of high fat and high carbohydrate snacks,"fast foods" 
D) associated with lack of regular physical activities 
E) All the above are correct.

Question 10

Three factors common to metabolic syndrome include:

Accepted Answer

A) presence of significant abdominal fat mass,changes in glucose metabolism and changes in lipoprotein metabolism 
B) increased fat mass throughout the body,changes in glucose metabolism,and delayed sexual maturation 
C) significant increase of fat on hips and thighs,delayed linear growth,change in calcium and Vitamin D metabolism 
D) BMI is at the 85th percentile,Type 2 diabetes mellitus is present,and hypertension 
A) presence of significant abdominal fat mass,changes in glucose metabolism and changes in lipoprotein metabolism 
B) increased fat mass throughout the body,changes in glucose metabolism,and delayed sexual maturation 
C) significant increase of fat on hips and thighs,delayed linear growth,change in calcium and Vitamin D metabolism 
D) BMI is at the 85th percentile,Type 2 diabetes mellitus is present,and hypertension

Question 11

Acne vulgaris can best be described as an infection involving the:

Accepted Answer

A) sweat glands of the upper body 
B) dermis and epidermis of the skin 
C) apocrine glands 
D) sebaceous glands and hair follicles 
A) sweat glands of the upper body 
B) dermis and epidermis of the skin 
C) apocrine glands 
D) sebaceous glands and hair follicles

Question 12

What is/are common local signs of osteomyelitis?

Accepted Answer

A) joint swelling,limited movement 
B) deformity of a limb,pain at rest 
C) fever,leukocytosis,and malaise 
D) a red,swollen area,pain increasing with movement 
A) joint swelling,limited movement 
B) deformity of a limb,pain at rest 
C) fever,leukocytosis,and malaise 
D) a red,swollen area,pain increasing with movement

Question 13

How is scoliosis identified?

Accepted Answer

A) bowed or hunched-over position of head and shoulders 
B) uneven hips and shoulders 
C) a swayback posture 
D) one arm and leg shorter than the other 
A) bowed or hunched-over position of head and shoulders 
B) uneven hips and shoulders 
C) a swayback posture 
D) one arm and leg shorter than the other

Question 14

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

A) a refusal to eat 
B) extreme weight loss 
C) alternating binge-eating and purging 
D) chronic diarrhea 
A) a refusal to eat 
B) extreme weight loss 
C) alternating binge-eating and purging 
D) chronic diarrhea

Question 15

What is a lateral curvature of the spine called?

Accepted Answer

A) lordosis 
B) kyphosis 
C) scoliosis 
D) kyphoscoliosis 
A) lordosis 
B) kyphosis 
C) scoliosis 
D) kyphoscoliosis

Exam 8: Diseases Associated With Adolescence

Which of the following would confirm reduced normal linear growth during adolescence?

Infectious Mononucleosis is characterized by all EXCEPT:

An autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation in the joints of children is:

Infectious mononucleosis can be diagnosed by the presence of:

Which statement applies to testicular cancer?

Which of the following comprise typical early signs of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? 1)presence of rheumatoid factor in the blood 2)high fever and skin rash 3)swollen painful knees,wrists,and elbows 4)deformity of the hands and feet

The biologic changes associated with adolescence result are stimulated primarily by:

Which of the following might fluid and electrolyte deficits cause in a patient with anorexia nervosa?

Obesity in adolescents is:

Three factors common to metabolic syndrome include:

Acne vulgaris can best be described as an infection involving the:

What is/are common local signs of osteomyelitis?

How is scoliosis identified?

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by:

What is a lateral curvature of the spine called?

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Inflammation and Healing

Immunity and Abnormal Responses

Infection

Neoplasms

Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Imbalances

Congenital and Genetic Disorders

Potential Complications of Pregnancy

Aging and Disease Processes

Effects of Immobility

The Influence of Stress

Pain

Substance Abuse

Environmental Hazards

Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Selected Therapies

Blood and Lymphatic Disorders

Cardiovascular Disorders

Respiratory Disorders

Digestive System Disorders

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