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WGU D115 UNIT 7 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
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What is needed for osteoclast actiation RANKL
alterations in RANKL/OPG system lead to
What leads to primary osteoporosis
dysregulation
Type IX collagen does what The glue that holds together the type two collagen acaffold of articular cartliage
most common malignant primary bone tumor. Has a moth eaten pattern of bone
osteosarcoma looks like what
destruction.
Giant cells in myelogenic tumors affect females
what gender more often
what is the hallmark of the OA process Loss of proteoglycans from the articular cartilage
(Myalgic encephalomyelitis)- a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by
what is chronic fatigue syndrome profound fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, cognitive impairment, unrefreshing sleep,
impaired neurologic energy production, and immune impairments.
what layer of the skin has langerhans- epidermis
cells with dendritic processes and
immune function
what is a vesicle elevated, superficial, filled with serous fluid, less than 1cm. Ex-herpes, varicella
what is a bulla vesicle greater than 1cm- Ex- blister
what are telangictasias fine, irregular red lines produced by capillary dilation
Which type of collagen provides the Collagen IX is the collagen, or scaffolding, that holds articular cartilage in place.
scaffolding of articular cartilage?
What is the term for a chronic inflammatory Ankylosing spondylitis is the result of chronic inflammation in the spine and
joint disease characterized by stiffening sacroiliac joints resulting in stiffening and fusion of the spine.
and fusion of the spine and sacroiliac
joints?
what is osteomyelitis infection of bone
Describe the most likely route by which the The microorganisms likely reached her bone by extension from the nearby infected
microorganisms reached the patient's bone. ulcer at the base of her big toe.
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Name the microorganism that is most likely staphylococcus aureus is the most common pathogen, although many diabetic foot
causing the osteomyelitis. ulcers are polymicrobial infections.
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Describe sequestrum. Sequestrum is an area of necrotic bone that separates from the healthy bone.
A transverse tibia fracture resulting in a straight horizontal break across the tibial
shaft is a common cause of a corner metaphyseal fracture in a child under 12
What is the most common cause of a months of age. A transverse fracture is caused by direct force, often involving
corner metaphyseal fracture in a child the
younger than 12 months of age? metaphysis, and is considered a sign of suspected physical abuse, though
transverse fractures could be caused by other types of trauma. A spiral fracture,
caused by a twisting force, also often involves the metaphysis and is also a sign of
suspected physical abuse.
hould include genetic testing, bone scans, and bone density testing. Osteogenesis
imperfecta is a disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the gene that encodes
for type I collagen, the main component of bone and blood vessels. The
Sillence
classification defines four types. Types I and IV are milder forms and are inherited in
Evaluation of osteogenesis imperfecta an autosomal dominant pattern. Types II and III are more severe and are inherited in
a recessive pattern. The classic clinical manifestations of osteogenesis imperfecta
are osteopenia and an increased rate of fractures. Type IV can be subtle with
more
normal stature and fractures, often not occurring until children are older; however, it
can be misdiagnosed as child abuse.
involves increased calcium and vitamin D. Pamidronate and other
The medical treatment for osteogenesis
bisphosphonates, such as alendronate (Fosamax) which decrease bone
imperfecta
resorption by inhibiting
osteoclasts, are now frequently used.
What is the most common type of skin Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer.
cancer?
Which skin infection is caused by a virus? Herpes simplex is a result of the herpes virus.
Herpes simplex
Acne
Erysipelas
Furuncles
Scabies is caused by the mite, sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows under the skin and
Scabies is characterized by burrows and
lays its eggs. The burrows are produced from the actual burrowing of the mite, while
papules.
the papules result where the mite settles to lay its eggs. Scabies infestation is
True
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WGU D115 UNIT 7 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE GRADED A++
Terms in this set (33)
What is needed for osteoclast actiation RANKL
alterations in RANKL/OPG system lead to
What leads to primary osteoporosis
dysregulation
Type IX collagen does what The glue that holds together the type two collagen acaffold of articular cartliage
most common malignant primary bone tumor. Has a moth eaten pattern of bone
osteosarcoma looks like what
destruction.
Giant cells in myelogenic tumors affect females
what gender more often
what is the hallmark of the OA process Loss of proteoglycans from the articular cartilage
(Myalgic encephalomyelitis)- a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by
what is chronic fatigue syndrome profound fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, cognitive impairment, unrefreshing sleep,
impaired neurologic energy production, and immune impairments.
what layer of the skin has langerhans- epidermis
cells with dendritic processes and
immune function
what is a vesicle elevated, superficial, filled with serous fluid, less than 1cm. Ex-herpes, varicella
what is a bulla vesicle greater than 1cm- Ex- blister
what are telangictasias fine, irregular red lines produced by capillary dilation
Which type of collagen provides the Collagen IX is the collagen, or scaffolding, that holds articular cartilage in place.
scaffolding of articular cartilage?
What is the term for a chronic inflammatory Ankylosing spondylitis is the result of chronic inflammation in the spine and
joint disease characterized by stiffening sacroiliac joints resulting in stiffening and fusion of the spine.
and fusion of the spine and sacroiliac
joints?
what is osteomyelitis infection of bone
Describe the most likely route by which the The microorganisms likely reached her bone by extension from the nearby infected
microorganisms reached the patient's bone. ulcer at the base of her big toe.
Submit and Compare, displayed below
1/
5
, 3/20/25, 7:36 WGU D115 Unit 7 Flashcards |
AM
Name the microorganism that is most likely staphylococcus aureus is the most common pathogen, although many diabetic foot
causing the osteomyelitis. ulcers are polymicrobial infections.
Submit and Compare, displayed below
Describe sequestrum. Sequestrum is an area of necrotic bone that separates from the healthy bone.
A transverse tibia fracture resulting in a straight horizontal break across the tibial
shaft is a common cause of a corner metaphyseal fracture in a child under 12
What is the most common cause of a months of age. A transverse fracture is caused by direct force, often involving
corner metaphyseal fracture in a child the
younger than 12 months of age? metaphysis, and is considered a sign of suspected physical abuse, though
transverse fractures could be caused by other types of trauma. A spiral fracture,
caused by a twisting force, also often involves the metaphysis and is also a sign of
suspected physical abuse.
hould include genetic testing, bone scans, and bone density testing. Osteogenesis
imperfecta is a disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the gene that encodes
for type I collagen, the main component of bone and blood vessels. The
Sillence
classification defines four types. Types I and IV are milder forms and are inherited in
Evaluation of osteogenesis imperfecta an autosomal dominant pattern. Types II and III are more severe and are inherited in
a recessive pattern. The classic clinical manifestations of osteogenesis imperfecta
are osteopenia and an increased rate of fractures. Type IV can be subtle with
more
normal stature and fractures, often not occurring until children are older; however, it
can be misdiagnosed as child abuse.
involves increased calcium and vitamin D. Pamidronate and other
The medical treatment for osteogenesis
bisphosphonates, such as alendronate (Fosamax) which decrease bone
imperfecta
resorption by inhibiting
osteoclasts, are now frequently used.
What is the most common type of skin Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer.
cancer?
Which skin infection is caused by a virus? Herpes simplex is a result of the herpes virus.
Herpes simplex
Acne
Erysipelas
Furuncles
Scabies is caused by the mite, sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows under the skin and
Scabies is characterized by burrows and
lays its eggs. The burrows are produced from the actual burrowing of the mite, while
papules.
the papules result where the mite settles to lay its eggs. Scabies infestation is
True
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