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A congenital deficiency is pituitary secretion may result in which of the following? -Acromegaly -Goiter -Pituitary dwarfism -Pituitary giantism

-Pituitary Dwarfism

Which of the following would NOT be a form of emboli?

Adhesions

The presence of serum protein in the urine is called Albuminuria Pyuria Anuria Glycosuria

Albuminuria

Of the following neoplasms, the one that is a malignancy composed of the epithelial tissue of a gland is

An Adenocarcinoma

Myoma is Benign smooth muscle tissue Malignant muscle tissue Benign muscle tissue Malignant striated tissue

Benign muscle tissue

The body fluid most closely associated with thrombopenia is

Blood

This is responsible for all basic life systems function including heartbeat, blood pressure and breathing:

Brain Stem

Edema is a likely result of which of these: Malaria. Tuberculosis. Congestive heart failure Typhoid fever.

Congestive heart failure

A disease characterized by obesity and muscular weakness associated with abnormal function of the adrenal gland is -Cushing Syndrome Waterhouse-Friderichsen Syndrome -Addison's disease -Grave's disease

Cushing Syndrome

What is an infarct? Decreased blood supply Heart attack Stroke Dead tissue

Dead Tissue

Forms the layer beneath the epidermis, which contains connective tissue, vessels, glands, follicles, hair roots, sensory nerves, and muscular tissue. Dermis Epidermis Hypodermis Intradermis

Dermis

A disorder of pituitary gland characterized by intense thirst and the excretion of large amounts of urine is:

Diabetes Insipidus

A disease associated with the Islets of Langerhans of the pancreas marked by an insufficient production of insulin is

Diabetes Mellitus

Which of the following diseases would be characterized by glycosuria?

Diabetes Mellitus

The condition in which the structure and function of the body is altered as a result of injury to the tissue is called: Diagnosis Disease Etiology Pathology

Disease

Which of the following terms represents a type of aneurysm?

Dissecting

A circulatory disorder that is often found to occur as an after-effect of a diseased heart valve is Hyperemia Silicosis Embolism Leukopenia

Embolism

Inflammation of the small intestine is called -Enteritis -Gastritis -Proctitis -Colitis

Enteritis (Gastritis is an inflammation of the protective lining of the stomac) (Proctitis is rectum) (Colitis is colon)

A disease commonly referred to as the mumps is

Epidemic Parotitis

A malignant tumor of epithelial tissue is called a(n)

Epithelioma

A malignant tumor of the skin could be which one of the following?

Epithelioma

A marked increase in the number of red blood cells is a condition referred to as

Erythrocytosis

The pathological term for a boil is -Furuncle -Nevus -Erythremia -Vesicle

Furuncle

Venous thrombosis may cause oligemia gangrene ischemia anemia

Gangrene

Blood in the sputum is referred to as

Hemoptysis

Graves disease is caused by hyperpituitarism hyperparathyroidism hyperthyroidism hypoadrenalism

Hyperthyroidism

The increase in the size of the cells of an organ is

Hypertrophy (Hyperplasia = Increase in NUMBER of cells)

A mass of necrotic tissue that results from circulatory obstruction is call a(n)

Infarct

An exciting cause of disease

Is the actual cause

The action of gastro-intestinal secretions upon blood in the digestive tract cause formation of very dark, tarry feces or vomit known as:

Melena

Inflammation of the uterus is called metritis uteritis oophoritis salpingitis

Metritis Salpingitis = Inflammation of Fallopian Tubes

Ann was a 48 year old homemaker she has had a chronic degenerative disease affecting the nervous system for the past 10 years. Ann was responsible for transporting her 4 children to and from school and extracurricular activities. She did report some facial numbness, decreasing control of her extremities and difficulty in climbing steps. When she was recently evaluated by her physician, she was having decreased vision, fatigue and pain when walking. This condition affects women more than men and it is characterized by the destruction of the myelin sheath or outer covering of nerve fibers. Ann has __________________.

Multiple Sclerosis

Atrophy of the thyroid gland in adults may result in: Myxedema Simple goiter Cretinism Acromegaly

Myxedema

Accumulation of blood in a part due to venous obstruction is called

Passive Hyperemia

The thin yet tough outermost layer of bones. Its many collagen fibers support the bone and firmly connect it to surrounding structures. Cells within this layer play a vital role in growth and repair of bony tissue. This acts like the skin of the bone.

Periosteum

Inflammation of the lining of the abdomen is called Peritonitis Ascites Hepatitis Anasarca

Peritonitis

Acute diffuse inflammation of subcutaneous connective tissue describes Phlegmon Abscess Fistula Ulcer

Phlegmon

Acromegaly is a disease resulting from over activity of which of the following endocrine glands? -Pituitary -Thymus -Thyroid -Adrenal

Pituitary

The "master gland"- a small pea-sized lump of tissue connected to the inferior portion of the hypothalamus in sellica turcica of the sphenoid bone in the brain . Also known as the hypophysis . pineal gland parathyroid gland pituitary gland adrenal gland

Pituitary Gland

Inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord is -Salpingitis -Poliomyelitis -Encephalitis -Meningitis

Poliomyelitis

The form of anemia that is due to malfunction of the hematopoietic tissue is identified by the term Infectious Primary Generalized Coronary

Primary

Inflammation of the rectum is called HJemorrhoids Proctitis Rectitis Hepatitis

Proctitis Rectitis = NO SUCH THING

Which of the following might be a post mortem condition of pneumonia? Rapid coagulation of blood Cyanosis Dehydration

Rapid coagulation of blood Cyanosis Dehydration (All)

Coryza is a condition affecting the _____________ system.

Respiratory

This cell transmits a stimulus such as heat, cold and touch towards the central nervous system: Sensory neurons Dendrites Motor neurons Axons

Sensory Neurons

Characterized by edema of the face and extremities, extremely elevated blood pressure and high levels of protein in the urine in the third trimester of pregnancy:

Toxemia of pregnancy

The most common form of diabetes accounting for 95% of diabetes cases in adults. It is often called adult-onset diabetes (or non-insulin-dependent) but with the epidemic of obesity and overweight kids, teenagers can come down with this type as well. It is often a milder form with kidney, nerve and eye issues as well . Typically, in this type the pancreas produces insulin but not enough for the body's needs or the body is resistant to it. Obese people are at particularly high risk of developing this type of diabetes. There is no cure, but the condition can be managed with weight and nutrition management, and exercise. Some oral medication might also be used.

Type II

An area of necrosis in which the dead cells are sloughed from a free surface is called a(an)

Ulcer

The presence of materials in the blood that are normally found in urine is a condition referred to as Alt Def A toxic condition associated with renal insuffiency is -renal calculi -glomerulonephritis -bright's disease -uremia -Albuminuria -Uremia -Anuria -Hyperglycemia

Uremia

Inflammation of the structure that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder is called:

Ureterits

What is a thrombus?

a blood clot within the heart or vessels Embolism = Carried elsewhere

This is responsible for all basic life systems function including heartbeat, blood pressure and breathing: cerebellum hippocampus brain stem cerebrum

brain stem

A disease which has a tendency to return at intervals; it shows alternating increases and decreases in its symptoms. -A chronic disease -A recurrent disease -A complication disease -An infectious disease

A recurrent disease

Increased arterial circulation leading to congestion of blood is called

Active Hyperemia

Marrow suppression resulting from drugs and/or chemicals, radiation, infection and metabolic disorders is: -Pernicious anemia -Iron anemia -Aplastic anemia -Sickle cell

Aplastic Anemia Check all forms of anemia in book

The thickening, hardening and loss of elasticity of the walls of the arteries is called -Arteriosclerosis -Phlebitis -Atherosclerosis -Aneursym

Arteriosclerosis

The typical lesions of rheumatic heart disease are

Aschoff bodies

Which of the following might be a postmortem condition of cirrhosis (scarring of liver)? Ascites Jaundice Edema

Ascites Jaundice Edema (All)

A disease characterized by a collapsed or airless condition of the lungs in known as Atelectasis Empyema Emphysema Pleurisy

Atelectasis

A ___ is defined as an inflamed, swollen or enlarge lymph node exhibiting suppuration

Bubo

A condition which favors edema is -Malaria. -Tuberculosis. -Carbon monoxide poisoning. -Typhoid fever.

Carbon monoxide poisoning.

Which one of the following is NOT a main part of a woman's uterus? body cardia cervix fundus

Cardia

An example of inflammation caused by irritating gases

Chemical

Inflammation of the gall bladder is called anasarca cholelithiasis cholecytitis cholangitis

Cholecytitis

The formation of calculi in the gall bladder is called -Cholangitis -Cholelithiasis -Vesicle calculi -Cholecystitis

Cholelithiasis (Cholecystitis = inflammation of gallbladder)

A closed sac or pouch with a definite wall contains fluid, semi-fluid or solid material is

Cyst

A condition of the lungs involving distended or ruptured alveoli (tiny air-sacs in lungs) is known as -Pleurisy -Tuberculosis -Emphysema -Empyema

Emphysema

Pus in the pleural cavity is called Pyelitis Pleural effusion Empyema Pleuritis

Empyema

Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the lining of the cervix of the uterus is metritis endocervicitis endometritis mastitis

Endocervicitis

Inflammation of the stomach is called Stomatitis Gingivitis Gastritis Glossitis

Gastritis

Failure to deliver oxygenated blood to the body tissues is a problem primarily affecting the

Heart

A collection of urine in the kidney pelvis is known as Pyelonephrosis Hydrothorax Hydronephrosis Nephrosis

Hydronephrosis

Edema within the pleural cavity is Also (Sep Question) Another name for pleural effusion is Empyema Hydrothorax

Hydrothorax NOT hydropericardium

These types of bones are found in areas such as the vertebrae and certain bones of the skull and pelvis. They can vary in size and shape. -Irregular -Flat -Long -Short

Irregular

Deficiency of blood in a part of the body is known as A deficiency of red blood cells or a deficiency of hemoglobin is a condition referred to as

Ischemia Anemia

Any structural change that occurs in a disease is a

Lesion

This condition is a dermotropic condition, really a progressive form of cutaneous tuberculosis . That pathogen may reach the skin through blood or lymph from a tuberculous internal organ, The characteristic lesion is reddish brown and often affects the face resulting in disfigurement. Waterhouse Friderichsen syndrome lupus vulgaris scarlet fever acne vulgaris

Lupus Vulgaris

This system is comprised of a network of organs, nodes, ducts and vessels that make or move fluid from tissues to the bloodstream .This system also makes up the majority of your immune system including the tonsils, adenoids, spleen and thymus. What might this system be? Lymphatic System Urinary System Female Reproductive System Endocrine System

Lymphatic System

Adenocarcinoma is Malignant glandular Epithelium tissue Benign nerve tissue Malignant vascular tissue Benign glandular Epithelium tissue

Malignant Glandular Epithelium Tissue

Glioma is Malignant vascular tissue Malignant nerve tissue Benign vascular tissue Benign nerve tissue

Malignant Nerve Tissue Glia = Neuroglia *Check book for ones that aren't sarcomas

Leukocytosis is a condition that

May be physiological or pathological

This is the central or inner most cavity inside of a bone where red and/or yellow bone marrow is stored. It is the cavity where bone marrow is extracted. Medullary cavity Periosteum cavity Tendon cavity Pericardial cavity

Medullary cavity

A neoplasm that is malignant and pigmented is a Papilloma Melanoma Myoma Polyp

Melanoma

This condition manifests as hypothyroidism in adult like and can affect women over 40 more than men and caused by the failure of the pituitary gland to correctly signal the thyroid gland to do its job. The patient may exhibit low body temperature; slow metabolism, weight gain, severe mental changes such as hallucinations or seizures or coma; significant swelling over the body with swollen eyes and thickening of the tongue; difficulty breathing. Responds to administration of thyroid hormones .

Myxedema

These are nerve cells with a specialty of transmitting stimuli receive either or away from the central nervous system:

Neurons

I have this condition where I have lesions in my long bones. I can't seem to grow new bones and the bone that I do have tends to thicken, can become soft and course, and cause me pain and deformity, my disease affects my legs, vertebrae and skull most often. My legs are typically bowed and I cause painful arthritic changes. My disease is also known as Padget's Disease but my medical name is -Osteitis deformans -Osteomyelitis -Osteosarcoma -Bursitis

Osteitis deformans

Of the following neoplasms, the one that is benign is A Glioma A Melanoma A Carcinoma An Osteoma

Osteoma

An infection of a bone is called:

Osteomyelitis

The prefix "algia" means -pain -serum -inflammation -study

Pain Ex: arthralgia (joint pain)

Polycythemia vera is an uncontrolled increase of

Red Blood Cells General increase in red blood cells

Various pathological processes indicating a disturbance in cell metabolism are called: Regressive tissue changes Pathogens Transitional Tissue Changes Progressive tissue changes

Regressive Tissue Changes

The replacement of destroyed tissue with connective tissue is called aplasia sclerosis repair metaplasia

Repair Regeneration = Exact same kind of tissue

Cardiac insufficiency might be the result of which of the following?

Rheumatic Fever

A disorder believed to develop as an after effect of a severe streptococcal infection is

Rheumatic heart disease

Inflammation of the nasal mucousa is called tracheitis sinusitis rhinitis pharyngitis

Rhinitis

A childhood disease characterized by faulty ossification of bone is: -Meningitis -Polio -Asthma -Rickets

Rickets

A common skin condition that mainly affects the scalp. It causes scaly patches, red skin and dandruff flaking. It can also affect oily areas of the body, such as the face, upper chest and back. In infants the condition is known as cradle cap. -Seborrheic dermatitis -Atopic dermatitis -Contact dermatitis -Acne vulgaris

Seborrheic dermatitis

A 34 year old homosexual man was referred to the dermatologist for evaluation of a skin rash that has appeared on his abdomen 3 weeks earlier and over the last week had spread to his entire body. He visited a clinic that ordered a topical steroid cream that did not work. He had no history of travel, fever, joint pain, medication or illicit drug use. He did admit to unprotected oral sex about 6 weeks prior to the onset of his lesions. 5 years earlier the patient had tested negative for HIV but had not been re-tested. He appeared nervous, had some swelling of lymph glands, and his entire body, including the palms of his hands and the soles of his feet with circular lesions. Blood samples were taken for VORL and HIV and both came back positive. He was diagnosed with a secondary form of a spirochete called Treponema pallidum, otherwise known as Secondary syphilis Primary syphilis Gonorrhea Chlamydia

Secondary Syphilis

The division pf pathology that deals with individual body organs or systems is

Special Pathology

The prefix "myelo" means Muscle Spinal cord Cranium Serum

Spinal cord

This organ is located just inferior to your rib cage on your left side. It is a soft spongy organ that performs several critical jobs and can easily be damaged. it filters out and destroys old and damaged blood cells, plays a key role in fighting infection by producing lymphocytes and acts as a first line of defense against invading pathogens, and it stores red blood cells and platelets which aid in clotting. When this organ is inflamed or enlarged, the condition is known as: pancreatitis splenomegaly hepatomegaly cytomegaly

Splenomegaly

The narrowing of the esophagus is called -Stenosis -Esophagitis -Dilation -Gastritis

Stenosis

Inflammation of the mouth is called

Stomatitis

The formation of pus is a process called

Suppuration

The division of pathology that deals with tissue that have been removed from the patient during surgery is called _______________ pathology.

Surgical

A number of symptoms taken together which indicates the presence of a particular disease is a

Syndrome

A form of neurosyphilis characterized by degeneration of the posterior columns of the spinal cord is known as -Grand mal -General paresis -Tabes dorsalis -Petit mal

Tabes Dorsalis

General paresis is caused by syphilis in the

Tertiary Stage

Pyuria

The presence of white blood cells (pus) in the urine.

Oliguria

The production of a reduced quantity of urine in relation to the volume of fluid consumed. May be due to excessive sweating or of early renal failure

What is the cancellous layer of bone? -The spongy inner layer -The dense outer layer -The inner cavity of long bones -Provides articulation

The spongy inner layer

A 40 year old African-American woman presented with a history of 3 children and one unsuccessful pregnancy . She has a full time job working as a clerk for a transportation company. She comes to her physician for an annual appointment following her last delivery 5 years ago where she had gestational diabetes.. She weighs 192 lbs. Her height is 5 foot 4 inches and she shows signs of high cholesterol, a normal blood pressure. liver function, cardiovascular condition, eye exam, normal pulses and sensation. Her urine shows no proteinuria. Her blood glucose, however is 235 on a fasting specimen. Questioned further, she does not follow any specific meal plan and tends to maintain a high fat diet with a large amount of fried foods and does not exercise regularly. What is her likely diagnosis? Type II diabetes Type I diabetes Acute pancreatitis Diabetes insipidus

Type II Diabetes

Dilation of the spermatic vein is known as

Varicocele

Which of the following conditions creates intravascular resistance to fluid distribution? -Rigor mortis -Tumors -Vascular disease -Weight of viscera

Vascular Disease

This disease results from a failure of the adrenal gland to function properly causing bleeding into the gland. Caused by a severe infection with meningococcus bacteria. It is characterized by a fulminating infection, leading to numerous hemorrhages into the skin, followed by adrenal hemorrhage, rapid circulatory failure and death if not treated promptly .

Waterhouse-Fredrichsen Syndrome