Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Patho Midterm
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. What best describes an illness | it describes the condition of the person experiencing disease |
| 2.what is the difference between phenotype and genotype? | Phenotype refers to physical appearance influenced by genetics and environment, whereas genotype refers to all the genes inherited from parents |
| 3. Molly is overweight and smokes a pack of cigarettes a day. she lives with her husband and five children in a densely populated urban area. What are the factors that predispose Molly to developing a disease? | Gender, environment, and lifestyle |
| 4.Sophia was prescribe amoxicillin for bacterial respiratory infection. After a couple of days she developed hives, skin rash, and fever. Which of the following describes her condition | Allergic reaction |
| 5.What are cardinal signs of acute inflammation | Redness, heat, pain, swelling, and maybe loss of function |
| 6.Mr. Brown presented to ED with multiple injuries from severe car crash. His BP was to low. He as so much blood loss that his body cannot meet its metabolic needs. What is this condition called | Hypovolemic shock |
| 7. Can you name the two main divisiojns of the nervous system | Central nervous system and peripheral nervous |
| 8.How do you describe the basic unit of the nervous system - the neuron | the neuron conducts electrochemical impulse and reacts physical and chemical surrounding |
| 9. What is the best description of the cranial nerves | There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves that are a part of the peripheral nervous system |
| 10. A first aid instructor is identifying the difference between a concussion and a contusion for a class. What distinction might e made ? | A contusion creates a serious bruise from the twisting and shearing forces against the brain; a concussion causes the brain to strike and rebound from the skull. |
| 11. Can you recall the possible treatment for an acute subdural hematoma | a craniotomy may be necessary to drain accumulating blood and control blood flow |
| 12. Dylan is only 3 months of age when he is brought to the emergency room. His mother said he would not eat, had vomited twice, and seems really listless. The ER physician notes bloodshot eyes and dilated puplis that do not respond to light. | Abusive head trauma |
| 13. A Mother brings her daughter to her primary care provider with an unexplainable rash. the rash appeared after the child had ingested a muffin consisting of berries, nuts, wheat, and egg. what is this condition called | Urticaria |
| 14. A client present with discoloration of his finger and toes after siting in an air conditioned room for several hours what is the client likely to be diagnosed with | Raynaud phenomenon |
| 15. A Chronic functional disease of the sebaceous glands is called cradle cap in an infant what is it known as in an adult | Seborrheic dermatitis |
| 16. When a person comes in contact with a substance that they are allergic or sensitive to, they can develop an acute inflammation. What type of dermatitis is this | Contact dermatitis |
| 17. A client has an inflammation of the skin accompanied with intense itching. there are lesion on her face , neck, and elbow. What might be the diagnoses | Atopic dermatitis |
| 18. Which of the following statements about psoriasis is true | Psoriasis most commonly occurs between ages 15 and 50 |
| 19. The skin consist of three layers. what are the these layers called | Epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layer |
| 20. A 17 year old youth has comedos, papules, and pustules on his face . What diagnosis might the dermatologist make | Acne Vulgaris |
| 21. Which of the following is treatment for furuncles and carbuncles | Cleansing with soap and water using wet, hot compresses |
| 22. Which of the following individuals would not be at high risk of developing decubitus ulcers | those wearing tight clothing |
| 23. What are the horny indurations and thickening of the stratum coronium of the skin called | corns |
| 24. A client comes into the office with a wart. which of the following is a treatment option | Surgical excision and keratolytic agents |
| 25. Which of the following medical traditions relies most heavily of drug based therapies for relief | traditional |
| 26. Which of the following would influence health and lifestyle | life opportunities and personal attitude |
| 27. Why are laughter and play important for experiencing health | because they stimulate the release of endorphins in the body and decrease pain |
| 28. Chinese medicine was based on the belief that health represented a balance and harmony included body, mind, and spirit. How many years ago were Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine first known as healing traditions | 5,000 |
| 29. There are a number of alternative medical system like homeopathy, acupuncture and naturopathy. How might you define naturopathy | stresses prevention and the use of nontoxic natural therapies |
| 30. Herbal medicine therapies use any number of herbs to assist in the healing process. what is known about the use of herbal medicine | they are considered mainstream in many cultures |
| 31. According to the agency for healthy care policy and research, what are the three major barriers to effective pain management | Client, healthy-care professional, and healthy care system |
| 32. Which of the following statement best describes the placebo effect | the client believes the placebo to be effective pain management |
| 33. Dr. Palermo wants to determine the pain level for 5 year old mason, who is complaining of pain in his legs. how might she do this | use the models of children's faces. asking mason to point to how he feels |
| 34. What is the most effective treatment for celiac disease | a lifelong and strict adherence to a diet that is gluten-free |
| 35. what are the two type of hemorrhoids | those involving veins below the anorectal line and those involving veins above or along the anorectal line |
| 36. Eric was running to catch his dog which got out of the fenced yard. suddenly he felt a sharp pain in his groin. he slowed his pace, stopped, and stooped over. the pain dis not stop. What might have happened | Erick may be an inguinal hernia from a weakness in the abdominal wall |
| 37. Laurel likes to part and her boyfriend fraternity house is known for its alcohol consumption on campus laurel went on a drinking binge that lasted 3 days. When her BF could not her her up he called 911 | Even on drinking binge can put you at serious risk for ALD or cirrhosis |
| 38. what is a colles fracture? | A break in radius caused by falling on an out stretched hand |
| 39.what is the difference between Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis? | heumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease (the immune system is attacking the joint: synovial membrane and cartilage). osteoarthitis: the slowly progressive general degeneration of the joint's cartilage and results in new bone formation. |
| 40.why prompt treatment for bursitis and tendonitis important: | to avoid surgical intervention, debility, or calcification. |
| 41. what is polymyositis? | inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness in both sides of the body. Lupus is a risk factor for this disease. |
| 42. what is fibromyalgia? | wide spread muscular skeletal pain. |
| 43.what is myasthenia gravis? | a chronic, progressive neuromuscular disease that produces sporadic weakness and exhaustion. |
| 44. a PCP might ask clients to journal all their pain medications for what reason | to remind clients that taking too much acetaminophen and NSAIDS can cause ulcers |
| 45.albumin in the urine is a sign that the person may develop what? | damaged kidney from HTN or diabetes. |
| 46. What are the most common urological test done in a urology office? | UA, KUB, BUN, ultrasound, CT and MRI |
| 47. What are the functions of the kidney? | regulate water, electrolytes, and acid base content of the blood. |
| 48. What are things that show up on a UA? | specific gravity, PH, presence of proteins, sugar, ketones, WBC, RBC, Bacteria |
| 49.what causes tubular necrosis? | lack of blood flow to the kidney |
| 50.what do you see in the pee of someone with nephrotic syndrome? | proteinuria, lipiduria. can see hypoalbuminia, and hyperlipidemia in the blood. |
Created by:
ashrey0433