Chapter 01 Introduction to Pathophysiology

Chapter 01  Introduction to Pathophysiology

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. 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

ANS: C REF: 6

2. 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.
factors that precipitate an acute episode of a chronic illness.
d.
early indicators of the prodromal stage of infection.

ANS: B REF: 6

3. The best definition of the term prognosis is the:
a.
precipitating factors causing an acute episode.
b.
number of remissions to be expected during the course of a chronic illness.
c.
predicted outcome or likelihood of recovery from a specific disease.
d.
exacerbations occurring during chronic illness.

ANS: C REF: 7

4. Which of the following is considered a systemic sign of disease?
a.
Swelling of the knee
b.
Fever
c.
Pain in the neck
d.
Red rash on the face

ANS: B REF: 6

5. Etiology is defined as the study of the:
a.
causes of a disease.
b.
course of a disease.
c.
expected complications of a disease.
d.
manifestations of a disease.

ANS: A REF: 5

6. A type of cellular adaptation in which there is a decrease in cell size is referred to as:
a.
hypertrophy.
b.
metaplasia.
c.
anaplasia.
d.
atrophy.

ANS: D REF: 8