Deck 5: Cellular Adaptation and Neoplastic Disorders ; Disorders of Support and Protection

Question 1

Cell differentiation is ______.

A) where dividing cells are transformed into specialised cell types
B) when cells are in a non-dividing state
C) a process where cell death is triggered
D) when cells do not resemble the tissue of origin

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Benign cells ______.

A) are poorly differentiated
B) can infiltrate surrounding tissue
C) divide rapidly
D) are encapsulated

Answer 2

D

Question 3

A cancerous cell will not develop if ______.

A) there are changes in the genetic structure of the cell
B) oncogenes develop
C) there are mutations in tumour suppressor genes
D) normal cell checkpoints are effective

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Psoriasis ______.

A) is T-lymphocyte autoimmune disorder
B) involves IgM antibodies
C) results in slow growth of keratinocytes
D) involves only the epidermis

Question 5

Loss of natural moisturisers in the epidermis is found in ______.

A) eczema
B) psoriasis
C) immunodeficiency disorder
D) type II hypersensitivity reaction

Question 6

Destruction of melanocytes is a feature of ______.

A) allergic reaction
B) rheumatoid arthritis
C) impetigo
D) vitiligo

Question 7

Oesteomalacia is caused by lack of ______.

A) vitamin D
B) iron
C) vitamin B
D) magnesium

Question 8

Cartilage damage in rheumatoid arthritis is caused by ______.

A) pressure
B) rupture
C) inflammatory mediators and enzymes
D) calcium deficiency

Question 9

Sustained externally applied pressure to the skin can lead to ______.

A) psoriasis
B) an allergic response
C) pressure ulcer
D) sprain