Test Bank For
Porth Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States
Author: Ruth Hannon
2nd Canadian Edition
,Porth Pathophysiology Concepts Of Altered Health States 2nd
Canadian Edition Test Bank
Chapter 01: Concepts Of Health And Disease
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
7. A Change In A Tissue Marked By Cells That Vary In Size And Shape And Show
Increased Mitotic Figures Would Be Called:
a. Metaplasia.
b. Atrophy.
c. Dysplasia.
d. Hypertrophy.
ANS: C REF: 8
8. A Deficit Of Oxygen In The Cells Usually Due To Respiratory Or Circulatory
Problems Is Called:
a. Apoptosis.
b. Ischemia.
c. Hypertrophy.
d. Necrosis.
Porth Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States
Author: Ruth Hannon
2nd Canadian Edition
,Porth Pathophysiology Concepts Of Altered Health States 2nd
Canadian Edition Test Bank
Chapter 01: Concepts Of Health And Disease
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
7. A Change In A Tissue Marked By Cells That Vary In Size And Shape And Show
Increased Mitotic Figures Would Be Called:
a. Metaplasia.
b. Atrophy.
c. Dysplasia.
d. Hypertrophy.
ANS: C REF: 8
8. A Deficit Of Oxygen In The Cells Usually Due To Respiratory Or Circulatory
Problems Is Called:
a. Apoptosis.
b. Ischemia.
c. Hypertrophy.
d. Necrosis.
