4.6

Which of the following processes is not a cardinal sign of inflammation?

Fever is not a cardinal sign. Redness, heat, and swelling are all cardinal signs.

Atrophy refers to__________?

Loss of mass

When a mast cell reacts to an irritation, which of the following chemicals does it release?

The cell reacts with histamine

necrosis

accidental death of cells and tissues

clotting

also called coagulation; complex process by which blood components form a plug to stop bleeding

histamine

chemical compound released by mast cells in response to injury that causes vasodilation and endothelium permeability

primary union

condition of a wound where the wound edges are close enough to be brought together and fastened if necessary, allowing quicker and more thorough healing

Individuals can slow the rate of aging by modifying all of these lifestyle aspects except for ________.

genetic factors

atrophy

loss of mass and function

wound contraction

process whereby the borders of a wound are physically drawn together

Apotosis

programmed cell death

inflammation

response of tissue to injury

secondary union

wound healing facilitated by wound contraction