Human Diseases 10-18
13. Normal specific gravity of the urine is: a. 1.000-1.005 b. 1.005-1.030 c. 1.010-1.030 d. 1.005-1.025
a. 1.000-1.005 b. 1.005-1.030 c. 1.010-1.030 d. 1.005-1.025 --------------------------------- B
11/12. Approximately what percent of people with hepatitis C are likely to develop chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis? a. 25% b. 75% c. 50% d. 33%
a. 25% b. 75% c. 50% d. 33% --------------------------------- B
13. Normal urine pH is: a. 6 b. 5 c. 7.5 d. 7
a. 6 b. 5 c. 7.5 d. 7 -------------------------------- A
10. Characteristics of lymphadenitis include: a. A fever b. Draining lesion c. Swelling of lymph nudes d. Nausea
a. A fever b. Draining lesion c. Swelling of lymph nudes d. Nausea -------------------------------- C
13. A neurogenic bladder may be caused by: a. A fungus b. A virus c. A stroke d. Bacteria
a. A fungus b. A virus c. A stroke d. Bacteria -------------------------------- C
13. What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections? a. A fungus b. A virus c. Trauma d. Bacteria
a. A fungus b. A virus c. Trauma d. Bacteria ---------------------------------- D
10. What type of blood work can be used to diagnose inflammation or infectious disease of the lymphatic system? a. A hemocrit b. Complete blood count with red cell differential c. Complete blood count with white cell differential d. Arterial blood gases
a. A hemocrit b. Complete blood count with red cell differential c. Complete blood count with white cell differential d. Arterial blood gases ---------------------------------- C
11/12. Why does the incidence of gastritis increase with age? a. Absorption of vitamin B12 increase b. Absorption of vitamin B12 decrease c. The number of acid- producing cells increase d. The number of acid producing cells decrease
a. Absorption of vitamin B12 increase b. Absorption of vitamin B12 decrease c. The number of acid- producing cells increase d. The number of acid producing cells decrease ------------------------------- D
11/12. What is the major function of the small intestine? a. Absorption of water and electrolytes b. Absorption of food and fluids c. Elimination of feces d. elimination of feces
a. Absorption of water and electrolytes b. Absorption of food and fluids c. Elimination of feces d. elimination of feces ---------------------------------- B
13. In older men, what disorder often causes urinary frequency, dribbling, pain or burning with urination and difficulty starting the urine flow? a. Alzheimer's disease b. Benign prostatic hypertrophy c. Severe circulatory impairment d. Brain tumors
a. Alzheimer's disease b. Benign prostatic hypertrophy c. Severe circulatory impairment d. Brain tumors --------------------------------- B
11/12. Which digestive enzyme secreted by pancreas breaks down starch? a. Amylase b. Trypsin c. Chymotrypsin d. Lipase
a. Amylase b. Trypsin c. Chymotrypsin d. Lipase --------------------------------- A
13. Causes of obstructions in hydronephrosis include: a. An enlarged prostate b. Gallbladder stones c. Pregnancy d. Constipation
a. An enlarged prostate b. Gallbladder stones c. Pregnancy d. Constipation --------------------------------- A
10. What interferes with the ability to ward off disease as an individual ages? a. An increase in the immune response occurs b. an increase in the number of antibodies occurs c. a decreased level of antigens occurs d. a decreased ability to produce antibodies occurs
a. An increase in the immune response occurs b. an increase in the number of antibodies occurs c. a decreased level of antigens occurs d. a decreased ability to produce antibodies occurs ---------------------------------- D
10. Treatment of lymphangitis includes which of the following? a. Analgesic b. Warm dry packs c. Diuretics d. Warm moist packs
a. Analgesic b. Warm dry packs c. Diuretics d. Warm moist packs -------------------------------- D
11/12. Treatment of viral hepatitis includes: a. Antibiotics b. Drinking alcohol c. Adequate nutrition d. Intense exercise
a. Antibiotics b. Drinking alcohol c. Adequate nutrition d. Intense exercise --------------------------------- C
10. What type of medication might be needed to treat infections that worsen with lymphedema? a. Antipyretics b. Diuretics c. Antineoplastics d. Antibiotics
a. Antipyretics b. Diuretics c. Antineoplastics d. Antibiotics ----------------------------------D
13. Which symptom of diseases of the urinary system is defined as difficulty or pain with urination? a. Anuria b. Dysuria c. Oliguria d. Proteinuria
a. Anuria b. Dysuria c. Oliguria d. Proteinuria ---------------------------------- B
11/12. Which of the following conditions could lead to peritonitis if untreated? a. Appendicitis b. Cirrhosis c. Splenomegaly d. Gastroenteritis
a. Appendicitis b. Cirrhosis c. Splenomegaly d. Gastroenteritis ---------------------------------- A
10. Priscilla is a 72 year old female who has developed lymphangitis after multiple injuries from a motor vehicle accident. Which test determines whether the bacteria have entered the blood stream. a. Blood culture b. Hemoglobin and hematocrit c. Complete blood count d. Digestive enzymes
a. Blood culture b. Hemoglobin and hematocrit c. Complete blood count d. Digestive enzymes --------------------------------- A
11/12. What is hematochezia? a. Blood in vomit b. Dark, tarry stools due c. Is bright red blood in the feces d. Blood in the urine
a. Blood in vomit b. Dark, tarry stools due c. Is bright red blood in the feces d. Blood in the urine --------------------------------- C
13. After completing treatment for cystitis, what follow up test is suggested? a. Blood urea nitrogen b. Urine culture and sensitivity c. Urinalysis d. Creatinine clearance
a. Blood urea nitrogen b. Urine culture and sensitivity c. Urinalysis d. Creatinine clearance -------------------------------- B
11/12. What diagnostic test on the gallbladder, liver, and pancreas involves using dye injected into a tube injected through the mouth? a. Cholangiogram b. Computer axial tomography c. Hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid d. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
a. Cholangiogram b. Computer axial tomography c. Hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid d. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography --------------------------------- D
11/12. Which of the following is more common in men than women? a. Cirrhosis b. Cholelithiasis c. Primary biliary cirrhosis d. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis
a. Cirrhosis b. Cholelithiasis c. Primary biliary cirrhosis d. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis ---------------------------------- A
13. The appearance of urine is normally: a. Cloudy, coffee colored b. Yellow and cloudy c. Yellow and clear d. Clear, coffee colored
a. Cloudy, coffee colored b. Yellow and cloudy c. Yellow and clear d. Clear, coffee colored ---------------------------------- C
13. Randi is a 55 year old postmenopausal female who went through childbirth five times. She is now experiencing urinary incontinence when she laughs or sneezes. Which of the following treatments might help her? a. Consuming extra fluids b. Performing Kegel exercises c. Drinking most fluids at bedtime d. Undergoing cystoscopy
a. Consuming extra fluids b. Performing Kegel exercises c. Drinking most fluids at bedtime d. Undergoing cystoscopy --------------------------------- B
13. If the urinalysis shows an abnormal amount of white blood cells or bacteria in the urine, what test would be done next? a. Creatinine clearance b. Urine culture and sensitivity (C&S) c. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) d. Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)
a. Creatinine clearance b. Urine culture and sensitivity (C&S) c. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) d. Intravenous pyelogram (IVP) --------------------------------- B
11/12. Which of the following contributes to constipation problems in older adults? a. Decreased circulation to the intestines. b. Decreased secretion of hydrochloric acid c. Decreased motility. d. Changes in the lining of the stomach
a. Decreased circulation to the intestines. b. Decreased secretion of hydrochloric acid c. Decreased motility. d. Changes in the lining of the stomach --------------------------------- C
11/12. In the upper digestive system, the most common problem with aging is related to what? a. Decreased motility b. Loss of teeth c. Decreased absorption of nutrients d. Increased circulation
a. Decreased motility b. Loss of teeth c. Decreased absorption of nutrients d. Increased circulation ---------------------------------- B
10. To some extent, the lymphatic system depends on what other system? a. Digestive b. Respiratory c. Vascular d. Urinary
a. Digestive b. Respiratory c. Vascular d. Urinary --------------------------------- C
11/12. People at high risk for developing hepatitis B include: a. Drug addicts. b. Children and young adults c. Blood donors d. Pregnant women
a. Drug addicts. b. Children and young adults c. Blood donors d. Pregnant women ---------------------------------- D
10. Enlargement of the lymph nodes is usually caused by what? a. Excess heat, which leads to swelling. b. Bruising as a reaction to trauma c. Infection somewhere in the body d. Extra fluid circulating in the lymph system.
a. Excess heat, which leads to swelling. b. Bruising as a reaction to trauma c. Infection somewhere in the body d. Extra fluid circulating in the lymph system. --------------------------------- C
11/12. Symptoms of hepatitis include: a. Excessive gas b. Pain in the upper- right quadrant of the abdomen c. Mental confusion d. Malaise
a. Excessive gas b. Pain in the upper- right quadrant of the abdomen c. Mental confusion d. Malaise --------------------------------- D
11/12. How many parts are there to the small intestine? a. Four b. Three c. One d. Two
a. Four b. Three c. One d. Two ---------------------------------- B
11/12. Prevention of hepatitis includes: a. Good hygiene b. High protein diet c. Moderate alcohol consumption d. Low fat diet
a. Good hygiene b. High protein diet c. Moderate alcohol consumption d. Low fat diet --------------------------------- A
11/12. Periodontal disease affects the: a. Gums b. Root c. Enamel d. Tongue
a. Gums b. Root c. Enamel d. Tongue --------------------------------- A
11/12. Cirrhosis is characterized by the replacement of normal liver cells with nonfunctioning fibrous scar tissue known as what? a. Hobnail liver b. Hepatic liver c. Palmar erythema d. Caput medusae
a. Hobnail liver b. Hepatic liver c. Palmar erythema d. Caput medusae ---------------------------------- A
11/12. The large intestine connects to the small intestine at which valve? a. Ileocecal b. Rectal c. Pyloric d. Cardiac
a. Ileocecal b. Rectal c. Pyloric d. Cardiac --------------------------------- A
11/12. As people age, the number of acid producing cells decreases, leading to what? a. Ileus b. Peristalsis c. Achlorhydria d. Gingivitis
a. Ileus b. Peristalsis c. Achlorhydria d. Gingivitis --------------------------------- C
10. Medical records received from a patient who transferred to a new doctor show that the patient was previously diagnosed with lymphadenitis. How is lymphadenitis treated? a. Immunotherapy b. Diuretics c. Compression sleeves d. Antibiotics
a. Immunotherapy b. Diuretics c. Compression sleeves d. Antibiotics ---------------------------------- D
13. When a catheter is placed for a longer period, what is it called? a. In- and- out catheter b. Clean catch catheter c. Indwelling catheter d. Suprapubic catheter
a. In- and- out catheter b. Clean catch catheter c. Indwelling catheter d. Suprapubic catheter -------------------------------- C
11/12. Prevention of gingivitis includes: a. Increased exposure to sunlight b. High protein diet c. Frequent brushing and flossing d. Frequent handwashing
a. Increased exposure to sunlight b. High protein diet c. Frequent brushing and flossing d. Frequent handwashing ---------------------------------- C
13. What is it called when a catheter is placed through an incision into the pelvic wall? a. Indwelling b. Residual c. Suprapubic d. In-and- out
a. Indwelling b. Residual c. Suprapubic d. In-and- out ---------------------------------- C
10. When a biopsy is done, a Reed- Sternberg call can be confirm what diagnosis? a. Kawasaki disease b. Non- Hodgkin's lymphoma c. Mononucleosis d. Hodgkin's disease
a. Kawasaki disease b. Non- Hodgkin's lymphoma c. Mononucleosis d. Hodgkin's disease --------------------------------- D
10. What are white cells created in the lymphatic system called? a. Leukocytes b. Lymphocytes c. Cellulites d. Edema
a. Leukocytes b. Lymphocytes c. Cellulites d. Edema ---------------------------------- B
10. One symptom of lymphangitis may be inflammation of cellular or connective tissue, which is known as what? a. Leukocytosis b. Lymphocytopenia c. Lymphocytosis d. Cellulitis
a. Leukocytosis b. Lymphocytopenia c. Lymphocytosis d. Cellulitis -------------------------------- D
11/12. Ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the: a. Liver b. Abdominal cavity c. Thoracic cavity d. Pancreas
a. Liver b. Abdominal cavity c. Thoracic cavity d. Pancreas ---------------------------------- B
10. Roberto has just been diagnosed with lymphoma. Which tissue could be affected by this cancer? a. Liver b. Tonsils and spleen c. Bone marrow d. Pancreas
a. Liver b. Tonsils and spleen c. Bone marrow d. Pancreas ---------------------------------- B
11/12. Antoni's doctor orders labs done to confirm a case of pancreatitis. Which lab test result indicates pancreatitis? a. Low albumin b. High bilirubin c. High iron d. High amylase
a. Low albumin b. High bilirubin c. High iron d. High amylase --------------------------------- D
10. What disease of the lymphatic system is a viral infection affects primarily children and young adults? a. Lymphadenitis b. Lymphedema c. Mononucleosis d. Kawasaki disease
a. Lymphadenitis b. Lymphedema c. Mononucleosis d. Kawasaki disease --------------------------------- C
10. What general term is used to refer to disease of lymph glands? a. Lymphadenopathy b. Lymphadenitis c. Lymphangiopathy d. Lymphedema
a. Lymphadenopathy b. Lymphadenitis c. Lymphangiopathy d. Lymphedema --------------------------------- A
10. What condition is an abnormal increase in lymphocytes? a. Lymphangitis b. Lymphocytosis c. Lymphedema d. Lymphocytopenia
a. Lymphangitis b. Lymphocytosis c. Lymphedema d. Lymphocytopenia -------------------------------- B
10. What common disease of the lymphatic system is an abnormal collection of lymph fluid usually seen in extremities? a. Lymphangitis b. Lymphoma c. Lymphadenitis d. Lymphedema
a. Lymphangitis b. Lymphoma c. Lymphadenitis d. Lymphedema ------------------------------ D
10. Acupuncture in a alternative treatment for what? a. Lymphedema b. Lymphangitis c. Lymphadenitis d. Lymphoma
a. Lymphedema b. Lymphangitis c. Lymphadenitis d. Lymphoma --------------------------------- A
10. Which of the following is the most common type of blood cancer in the United States? a. Lymphoma b. Lymphangitis c. Lymphedema d. Kawasaki disease
a. Lymphoma b. Lymphangitis c. Lymphedema d. Kawasaki disease ------------------------------- A
11/12. a patient comes in complaining of abdominal pain, blood in the stool, and lower abdominal pain. The doctor suspects it could be ulcerative colitis. Which diagnostic tests may be used to diagnose ulcerative colitis? a. Mass seen on chest x-ray b. Stool sample and colonoscopy c. Skin testing and sputum culture d. Collapsed lung on chest x-ray
a. Mass seen on chest x-ray b. Stool sample and colonoscopy c. Skin testing and sputum culture d. Collapsed lung on chest x-ray --------------------------------- B
10. George had an open fracture of his tibia. Three days later, he developed red streaks on his leg, along with fever, leukocytosis, and malaise. Which of the following conditions is likely? a. Mononucleosis b. Lymphoma c. Lymphangitis d. Lymphedema
a. Mononucleosis b. Lymphoma c. Lymphangitis d. Lymphedema ------------------------------- C
11/12. Dalton's is admitted to the emergency room and is diagnosed with pancreatitis. Why is pancreatitis sometimes fatal? a. Neurogenic shock is a possibility b. Enzymes can escape and "digest" the pancreas and surrounding tissues. c. Esophageal varices can rupture. d. Ascites can occur.
a. Neurogenic shock is a possibility b. Enzymes can escape and "digest" the pancreas and surrounding tissues. c. Esophageal varices can rupture. d. Ascites can occur. ---------------------------------- B
13. Signs and symptoms of glomerulonephritis include: a. Nocturia b. Polyuria c. Increased appetite d. Swollen eyes and ankles
a. Nocturia b. Polyuria c. Increased appetite d. Swollen eyes and ankles ---------------------------------- D
10. Shawn has not been feeling well. Along with other testing, he has also had a lymph node biopsy which showed Reed-Sternberg cells. Which of the following diseases does the presence of this cell confirm? a. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma b. Hodgkin's lymphoma c. Kawasaki disease d. Mononucleosis
a. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma b. Hodgkin's lymphoma c. Kawasaki disease d. Mononucleosis -------------------------------- B
11/12. What causes portal hypertension? a. Obstruction of the kidneys, leading to blood backing up in the portal system b. Obstruction of the pancreas, leading to blood backing up in the portal system c. obstruction of the liver, leading to blood backing up in the portal system d. obstruction of the gallbladder, leading to backing up in the portal system
a. Obstruction of the kidneys, leading to blood backing up in the portal system b. Obstruction of the pancreas, leading to blood backing up in the portal system c. obstruction of the liver, leading to blood backing up in the portal system d. obstruction of the gallbladder, leading to backing up in the portal system ---------------------------------- C
11/12. What tool is used to diagnose acute pharyngitis? a. Occult blood test b. Fecal culture c. Barium swallow d. Throat culture
a. Occult blood test b. Fecal culture c. Barium swallow d. Throat culture ---------------------------------- D
11/12. The largest organ in the body is the: a. Pancreas b. Gallbladder c. Skin d. Liver
a. Pancreas b. Gallbladder c. Skin d. Liver --------------------------------- C
11/12. Which organ is both an endocrine and an exocrine gland? a. Pancreas b. Liver c. Kidneys d. Gallbladder
a. Pancreas b. Liver c. Kidneys d. Gallbladder ---------------------------------- A
10. What is the fluid in the lymphatic system called? a. Plasma b. Lymph c. Platelets d. Marrow
a. Plasma b. Lymph c. Platelets d. Marrow ----------------------------- B
13. For which of the following disorders can one take preventive measures? a. Polycystic disease b. Adenocarcinoma c. Chronic glomerulonephritis d. Urinary tract infections
a. Polycystic disease b. Adenocarcinoma c. Chronic glomerulonephritis d. Urinary tract infections --------------------------------- D
13. Kennedy is a 24 year old female who has had two recent urinary tract infections (UTI), which preventative measure can she use to prevent future UTIs? a. Preventative antibiotics b. yridium c. Urinating before and after sexual intercourse d. Decreased water consumption
a. Preventative antibiotics b. yridium c. Urinating before and after sexual intercourse d. Decreased water consumption --------------------------------- C
11/12. The liver receives blood from the portal system via the: a. Pulmonary artery b. Brachial artery c. Hepatic artery d. Aortic artery
a. Pulmonary artery b. Brachial artery c. Hepatic artery d. Aortic artery ---------------------------------- C
10. Kawasaki disease is characterized by: a. Pustular rash b. Moist skin c. Reddened lips, tongue, and mucous membranes d. Pale mucous membranes
a. Pustular rash b. Moist skin c. Reddened lips, tongue, and mucous membranes d. Pale mucous membranes ------------------------------ C
11/12. The esophagus connects to the stomach through a thick ring of smooth muscle called the: a. Rectal sphincter b. Pharyngeal sphincter c. Duodenal sphincter d. Cardiac sphincter
a. Rectal sphincter b. Pharyngeal sphincter c. Duodenal sphincter d. Cardiac sphincter -------------------------------- D
10. Lymphangitis is characterized by a: a. Red streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes b. Dark blue streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes c. Furuncle d. Vesicular eruption
a. Red streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes b. Dark blue streak extending at the site of the bacterial entry that extends to the area lymph nodes c. Furuncle d. Vesicular eruption --------------------------------- A
11/12. Symptoms of a strep throat infection include: a. Redness of the skin b. Cyanosis c. Sore throat d. Absence of pain
a. Redness of the skin b. Cyanosis c. Sore throat d. Absence of pain --------------------------------- C
11/12. Roxanne has ascites. Which of the following procedures would be used for a patient with ascites? a. Removal of 1-2 units of blood b. Cholecystectomy c. Liver biopsy d. Abdominocentesis
a. Removal of 1-2 units of blood b. Cholecystectomy c. Liver biopsy d. Abdominocentesis --------------------------------- D
11/12. Streptococcus can spread to the bloodstream, causing: a. Scarlet fever and reflux esophagitis b. Reflux esophagitis and glomerulonephritis c. Glomerulonephritis and pharyngitis d. Scarlet fever and glomerulonephritis
a. Scarlet fever and reflux esophagitis b. Reflux esophagitis and glomerulonephritis c. Glomerulonephritis and pharyngitis d. Scarlet fever and glomerulonephritis ---------------------------------- D
13. In older women, what can cause a decrease in vaginal muscle tone and cause increased frequency and some urine incontinence. a. Severe circulation impairment b. Stroke c. Alzheimer's disease d. Changes in estrogen levels
a. Severe circulation impairment b. Stroke c. Alzheimer's disease d. Changes in estrogen levels --------------------------------- D
11/12. Which endoscopic examination scopes the stomach? a. Sigmoidoscopy b. Proctoscopy c. Colonoscopy d. Gastroscopy
a. Sigmoidoscopy b. Proctoscopy c. Colonoscopy d. Gastroscopy --------------------------------- D
11/12. Treatment for esophageal varices includes: a. Sleeping with the head of the bed elevated b. Soft diet c. A spicy diet d. Taking antacids
a. Sleeping with the head of the bed elevated b. Soft diet c. A spicy diet d. Taking antacids --------------------------------- B
11/12. Diarrhea is a condition characterized by what kind of stools? a. Soft b. Watery c. Bloody d. Hard
a. Soft b. Watery c. Bloody d. Hard --------------------------------- B
11/12. The occult blood test checks what for blood? a. Sputum b. Feces c. Urine d. Vomit
a. Sputum b. Feces c. Urine d. Vomit ---------------------------------- B
10. Which of the following organisms causes lymphangitis? a. Staphylococcus b. E. coli c. Streptococcus d. Ciprofloxacin
a. Staphylococcus b. E. coli c. Streptococcus d. Ciprofloxacin -------------------------------- C
11/12. Jack is a 54 year old male with alcoholism. Recently, he developed melena and coffee ground emesis. Which of the following conditions has these symptoms? a. Stomach cancer b. Gastritis c. Esophageal varices d. Appendicitis
a. Stomach cancer b. Gastritis c. Esophageal varices d. Appendicitis ---------------------------------- C
11/12. Hepatitis A is spread by: a. The fecal-oral route b. Contaminated needles c. Sexual contact d. Transfusions
a. The fecal-oral route b. Contaminated needles c. Sexual contact d. Transfusions ---------------------------------- A
10. The upper torso drains into what? a. The right lymphatic duct b. The left lymphatic duct c. The thoracic duct d. The venous system
a. The right lymphatic duct b. The left lymphatic duct c. The thoracic duct d. The venous system ---------------------------------- A
11/12. Hiatal hernias occur when part of the stomach slides into what cavity? a. Thoracic b. Pelvic c. Cephalic d. Abdominal
a. Thoracic b. Pelvic c. Cephalic d. Abdominal ---------------------------------- A
10. A patient enters the hospital with what might be a disease of the lymphatic system. What is the purpose of the lymphatic system? a. To transport blood to the body b. To metabolize alcohol c. To prevent toxic waste products from entering the general circulation d. To remove nutrients from food
a. To transport blood to the body b. To metabolize alcohol c. To prevent toxic waste products from entering the general circulation d. To remove nutrients from food ------------------------------ C
10. Lymphoma refers to several types of neoplasms that affect tissue such as the: a. Tonsils b. Liver c. Pharynx d. Stomach
a. Tonsils b. Liver c. Pharynx d. Stomach --------------------------------- A
11/12. Which digestive enzyme secreted by pancreas breaks down fats? a. Trypsin b. Chymotrypsin c. Amylase d. Lipase
a. Trypsin b. Chymotrypsin c. Amylase d. Lipase --------------------------------- D
11/12. The test performed to evaluate the liver for size, shape, and position is: a. UGI b. An ultrasound c. An MRI d. A flat plate of the abdomen
a. UGI b. An ultrasound c. An MRI d. A flat plate of the abdomen ---------------------------------- B
10. In the lymph vessels, the flow is in what direction? a. Upward b. Toward, the thoracic cavity c. Toward the abdomen d. Downward
a. Upward b. Toward, the thoracic cavity c. Toward the abdomen d. Downward --------------------------------- B
13. What is the most common problem of the urinary system in older adults? a. Urinary incontinence b. Difficulty starting the urine flow c. Pain with urination d. Urinary tract infections
a. Urinary incontinence b. Difficulty starting the urine flow c. Pain with urination d. Urinary tract infections ---------------------------------- A
13. Healthy habits in the prevention of UTIs include which of the following? a. Urinate before and after sexual intercourse. b. Wipe from back to front. c. Wear tight- fitting clothes. d. Drink two to three glasses of water per day.
a. Urinate before and after sexual intercourse. b. Wipe from back to front. c. Wear tight- fitting clothes. d. Drink two to three glasses of water per day. --------------------------------- A
11/12. Melena is due to the presence of blood in the: a. Urine b. Throat c. Vomitus d. Stool
a. Urine b. Throat c. Vomitus d. Stool --------------------------------- D
13. What test is performed to check the urine of pH, specific gravity, blood, protein, and sugar? a. Urine clean catch b. Urine culture c. Urine sensitivity d. Urinalysis
a. Urine clean catch b. Urine culture c. Urine sensitivity d. Urinalysis --------------------------------- D
10. What are the smallest conducting vessels of the lymphatic system? a. Valves b. Ducts c. Capillaries d. Nodes
a. Valves b. Ducts c. Capillaries d. Nodes -------------------------------- C
13. Common signs and symptoms of disease of the urinary system include hematuria, which is: a. Voiding at night b. Pus in the urine c. Blood in the urine d. Decrease in urine output
a. Voiding at night b. Pus in the urine c. Blood in the urine d. Decrease in urine output ---------------------------------------- C
11/12. What is hematemesis? a. Vomiting of pus b. Bright red blood in the feces c. Blood in the urine d. Vomiting of blood
a. Vomiting of pus b. Bright red blood in the feces c. Blood in the urine d. Vomiting of blood ---------------------------------- D
11/12. Urine from patients with hepatitis appears: a. White b. Clear c. Yellow d. Dark
a. White b. Clear c. Yellow d. Dark --------------------------------- D
11/12. Jaundice is what discoloration of the skin? a. Yellow b. Blue c. Gray d. Red
a. Yellow b. Blue c. Gray d. Red --------------------------------- A
11/12. Hematemesis, usually the first symptom of severe cirrhosis, is what? a. Yellowish skin color b. Myalgia c. Weight gain d. Vomiting blood
a. Yellowish skin color b. Myalgia c. Weight gain d. Vomiting blood ---------------------------------- D
11/12. The primary concern with diarrhea, especially in young children and older persons, is loss of fluids, which can lead to what? a. dental caries b. cardiac arrest c. pharyngitis d. dehydration
a. dental caries b. cardiac arrest c. pharyngitis d. dehydration --------------------------------- D
10. What is the goal of the lymphatic system? a. to prevent waste products from entering the general circulation. b. to provide structure and movement function for the individual. c. to reduce inflammation in the nodes. d. to pump blood and transport it throughout the body.
a. to prevent waste products from entering the general circulation. b. to provide structure and movement function for the individual. c. to reduce inflammation in the nodes. d. to pump blood and transport it throughout the body. ---------------------------------- A
