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Patho Final Review
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Which of the following statements apply to infection of the eye by Staphylococcus
aureus?
It involves the conjunctiva
It is highly contagious
It is commonly known as “pink eye”
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Dwarfism is caused by:
A deficit of somatotropin (GH)
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A type of diabetes that may develop during pregnancy and disappear after delivery is
called?
Gestation diabetes
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What is the usual time period between the first day of the menstrual period and the time
of birth?
Termed the gestation period
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Early signs of hyperglycemia include polyphagia, which means:
Hunger
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The process of phagocytosis involves the:
Ingestion of foreign material and cell debris by leukocytes
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The normal delay in conduction through the AV node is essential for:
Completing ventricular filling
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Which of the following is considered carcinogenic?
Inhaled particulates
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Which of the following skin lesions are usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
Furuncles
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Which of the following causes bronchodilation?
Epinephrine
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Rickets results from?
A deficit of vitamin D and phosphates
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What kind of control mechanism is indicated when increased blood glucose levels
stimulate increased secretion of insulin?
Negative feedback control
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What is the usual cause of hemolysis of feta erythrocytes during pregnancy?
The mother’s blood is Rh negative and the fetus is Rh positive
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Tinea capitis is an infection involving the:
Scalp
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Which of the following involves a gradual clouding of the lens pf the eye?
Cataract
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Shock is defined as:
Decreased circulating blood and tissue perfusion
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Which of the following are predisposing factors to thrombus formation in the circulation?
Damaged blood vessel walls
Immobility
Prosthetic valves
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Which of the following does NOT usually develop as a complication of diabetes?
Osteoporosis
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Which of the following is usually the first sign of ototoxicity from drugs or chemicals?
Tinnitus
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Which of the following drugs causes headache and vomiting when an alcoholic ingests
small amounts of alcohol?
Disulfiram
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Which of the following is caused by and irregular curvature of the cornea or lens?
Astigmatism
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Which of the following result directly from the release of chemical mediators following a
moderate burn injury?
Pain
Increased capillary permeability
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Which of the following is normally considered sterile?
Urine
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Which of the following is potential effect of a bite or sting?
Anaphylaxis
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One reason for staging a malignant tumor at the time of diagnosis is to:
Determine the best treatment and prognosis
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Withdrawal from any drug is best accomplished:
With medical support
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Elephantiasis, caused by the obstruction of lymphatic vessels by parasitic worms, is an ex
the condition known as:
Lymphedema
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Which of the following increases glomerular filtration rate?
Increased hydrostatic pressure in the glomerular capillaries
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A woman has burns on the anterior surfaces of her right arm, chest, and right leg
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5%
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A common illness for tourists in developing countries is “traveler’s diarrhea”, often
caused by:
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Adolescent pregnancy is often considered high risk because of:
Poor nutrition and lack of vitamin supplements
Iron deficiency anemia
Inadequate prenatal care
(All of the above)
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What is the definition of endorphins?
Opiate-like blocking agents in the CNS
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What is the likely cause of painless, bright red, vaginal bleeding during the last trimester?
Placenta previa
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Which of the following types of cells are most likely to be damaged by exposure to
radiation?
Epithelial tissue and bone marrow
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Which disease is manifested by dysuria and pyuria?
Cystitis

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In patients with congestive heart failure, ACE inhibitor drugs are useful because they:
Reduce renin and aldosterone secretion
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Which of the following would result from hyperventilation?
Respiratory alkalosis
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Which of the following may precipitate an attack of gout?
A sudden increase in the serum uric acid levels
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Which of the following is considered to be the most dangerous arrhythmia?
Ventricular fibrillation
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Which of the following drugs decrease sodium and fluid retention in the body?
Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
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Purulent exudates usually contain:
Numerous leukocytes, bacteria and cell debris
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