Pathophysiology Chapter 1- Test Bank Questions and Answers 2024

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 - Correct Answer C 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. - Correct Answer B 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. - Correct Answer C 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 - Correct Answer B 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. - Correct Answer A 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 - Correct Answer D 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. - Correct Answer C