Pathology Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge of Disease Processes

Question 1

In negligence cases, which element establishes the connection between the defendant's actions and the plaintiff's injuries?

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Proximate Cause

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Damages

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Duty of Care

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Breach of Duty

Question 2

In the context of negligence, which of the following defenses may be asserted by a defendant?

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Contributory negligence

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Assumption of risk

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Strict liability

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Force majeure

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT an essential element to prove negligence?

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Damages

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 4

Which element is NOT required to establish negligence?

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Remoteness of damage

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 5

In tort law, how does foreseeability of the plaintiff's actions influence the establishment of a duty of care?

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Foreseeability helps establish a sufficient connection between the parties to impose a duty of care.

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Foreseeability is not considered when determining a duty of care.

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Foreseeability is only relevant to the plaintiff's contributory negligence.

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Foreseeability is a key factor in determining the defendant's level of care.

Question 6

In determining whether a duty of care exists, when might a court consider the foreseeability of the plaintiff's actions?

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When the defendant's actions create a risk of harm to the plaintiff

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When the plaintiff's actions are highly unusual and unforeseeable

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When the plaintiff is particularly vulnerable or susceptible to harm

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When the defendant has a pre-existing relationship with the plaintiff

Question 7

In a tort claim, which element is essential for establishing negligence?

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A legal duty of care owed by the defendant to the claimant.

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Intentional infliction of harm by the defendant.

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Actual physical injuries sustained by the claimant.

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The claimant's own negligence contributing to the incident.

Question 8

Which of the following is **not** an essential element for a plaintiff to prove in a negligence claim?

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Voluntary assumption of risk by the claimant

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Existence of a legal duty of care

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Reasonable foreseeability of harm caused by the breach

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Direct causation between the breach of duty and the claimant's injuries

Question 9

In a negligence case, which elements must a plaintiff establish to succeed?

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Breach of duty, causation of harm, and injury

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Foreseeability and causation

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Injury, damages, and intent

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Duty of care, breach of duty, and foreseeability

Question 10

Cancer is characterized by:

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Uncontrolled proliferation of abnormal cells

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Excessive inflammation

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Degeneration of tissues

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Autoimmune response

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a typical cause of infection?

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Autoimmune disorders

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Viruses

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Bacteria

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Fungi

Question 12

The term 'infection' refers to the:

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Entry and multiplication of pathogens within a host

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Transmission of pathogens from host to host

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Colonization of pathogens on the body's surfaces

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Development of symptoms in response to pathogens

Question 13

The primary purpose of the immune system is to:

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Protect against foreign invaders

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Regulate tissue repair

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Maintain overall body balance

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Produce hormones

Question 14

Scar tissue formation is a characteristic of:

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Fibrosis

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Regeneration

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Hyperplasia

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Dysplasia

Question 15

Uncontrolled cell division is a hallmark of:

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Cancer

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Apoptosis

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Necrosis

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Metaplasia

Question 16

How can cellular adaptation contribute to the development and progression of disease?

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Cellular adaptation can promote disease progression by allowing cells to survive in harmful conditions.

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Cellular adaptation always leads to disease development.

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Cellular adaptation has no role in the development or progression of disease.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal sign of inflammation?

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Pain

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Redness

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Heat

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Swelling

Question 18

Which type of cell is primarily responsible for initiating the inflammatory response?

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Mast cells

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Macrophages

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Neutrophils

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Lymphocytes

Question 19

What is the primary mechanism by which bacteria cause disease?

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By producing toxins

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By invading host cells

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By activating the immune system

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By disrupting host metabolism

Question 20

Which of the following is a common cause of chronic inflammation?

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Autoimmune disorders

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Viral infections

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Mechanical trauma

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Acute bacterial infections

Question 21

What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune response?

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To neutralize pathogens

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To activate complement

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To phagocytose pathogens

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To produce cytokines

Question 22

What is the primary mechanism by which cytotoxic T cells kill target cells?

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By releasing perforins and granzymes

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By activating the complement system

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By inducing apoptosis

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By phagocytosis

Question 23

How does histopathology aid in diagnosing and managing lung cancer?

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Provides a definitive diagnosis for accurate treatment decisions.

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Only determines the stage of lung cancer.

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Has limited clinical use in lung cancer.

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Imaging techniques are more reliable for diagnosing lung cancer than histopathology.

Question 24

In the context of an acute myocardial infarction, which factor is the primary cause of tissue necrosis?

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Ischemia

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Inflammation

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Infection

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Trauma

Question 25

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

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Hypotension

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Redness

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Swelling

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Heat

Question 26

The process by which pathogens enter and multiply within host cells is called:

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Infection

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Inflammation

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Neoplasia

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Metastasis

Question 27

The formation of new blood vessels within a tumour is known as:

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Angiogenesis

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Metastasis

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Dysplasia

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Necrosis

Question 28

A common diagnostic tool used in pathology is:

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Biopsy

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Blood test

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X-ray

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MRI scan

Question 29

The study of diseases at the molecular level is known as:

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Molecular pathology

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Cellular pathology

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Tissue pathology

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Systemic pathology

Question 30

Which of the following is a type of tissue repair characterized by the formation of scar tissue?

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Fibrosis

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Hyperplasia

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Dysplasia

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Necrosis

Question 31

The study of the causes and effects of environmental factors on human health is known as:

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Environmental pathology

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Occupational pathology

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Forensic pathology

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Toxicology

Question 32

Define pathogenesis, explaining the series of events that lead to the onset and progression of a disease.

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The sequence of events leading to the development and progression of a disease.

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The specific cause of a disease, such as a virus or bacteria.

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The type of disease, such as cancer or heart disease.

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The treatment options available for a disease.

Question 33

How does the immune response influence the progression of infectious diseases?

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Eliminates pathogens but may cause tissue damage

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Protects the body against pathogens only

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Active only during the early stages of infection

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Not essential for recovery from infectious disease

Question 34

Which three key elements are essential for determining the cause of a disease? Explain how each element contributes to our understanding of disease origins.

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Agent, Host, Environment

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Genetics, Lifestyle, Behavior

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Pathogens, Immunity, Symptoms

Question 35

Define apoptosis and explain its crucial role in the development and functioning of multicellular organisms.

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Apoptosis is a controlled form of cell death essential for the proper development and balance of tissues and organs.

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Apoptosis is a random event that occurs due to cell damage or stress.

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Apoptosis only affects the death of diseased or abnormal cells.

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Apoptosis is not necessary for the development and functioning of multicellular organisms.

Question 36

Inflammation is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:

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Complete resolution

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Tissue injury

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Increased vascular permeability

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Leukocyte accumulation

Question 37

Which gene is known as a key oncogene involved in uncontrolled cell division and proliferation?

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MYC

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BRCA1

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TP53

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RAS

Question 38

Granulomas are a characteristic response to which type of infection?

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Fungal

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Bacterial

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Viral

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Parasitic

Question 39

Which type of programmed cell death is characterized by the formation of apoptotic bodies?

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Apoptosis

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Necrosis

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Autophagy

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Pyroptosis

Question 40

The primary function of neutrophils in the inflammatory response is:

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Phagocytosis of foreign particles

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Release of immune signaling molecules (cytokines)

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Presentation of antigens to immune cells

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Tissue repair and regeneration

Question 41

In medical malpractice cases, how do expert witnesses contribute, and what are their potential biases and influence on the legal proceedings?

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Expert witnesses can help jurors understand complex medical concepts and evidence.

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Expert witnesses provide unbiased opinions based only on scientific evidence.

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Expert witnesses are always reliable sources of information in medical malpractice trials.

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Expert witnesses should not be allowed to testify in medical malpractice cases because their opinions are always biased.

Question 42

What is a potential drawback of a post-mortem examination?

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Inaccuracy due to tissue deterioration

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Determining the cause of death

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Providing insights into the disease process

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Limited value for research purposes

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used biopsy technique in medical diagnostics?

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Virtual biopsy

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Incisional biopsy

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Needle biopsy

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Aspirate biopsy

Question 44

Which type of cell is a phagocyte?

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Neutrophil

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Platelet

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Lymphocyte

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Erythrocyte

Question 45

Which type of cancer arises from epithelial cells?

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Carcinoma

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Leukemia

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Lymphoma

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Sarcoma

Question 46

Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis?

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Pulmonary embolism

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Heart attack

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Stroke

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Kidney failure

Question 47

Which type of biopsy involves removing a sample of tissue for examination?

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Incisional

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Molecular

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Aspirational

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Cytological

Question 48

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes?

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Obesity

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Stress

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Alcohol consumption

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Smoking

Question 49

Which of the following is a common symptom of Alzheimer's disease?

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Memory loss

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Skin rash

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Nausea

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Headache

Question 50

Which of the following is a characteristic of benign tumors?

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Encapsulated

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Metastasizing

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Invasive

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Rapidly growing

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a classic sign of acute inflammation?

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Hyperglycemia

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Dolor

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Rubor

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Tumor

Question 52

In chronic inflammation, the predominant type of immune cell present is:

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Macrophages

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Eosinophils

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Lymphocytes

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Neutrophils

Question 53

The term used to describe the uncontrolled proliferation of cells is:

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Neoplasia

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Hyperplasia

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Dysplasia

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Metaplasia

Question 54

Which of the following factors is a major risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension

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Anemia

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Leukemia

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Asthma

Question 55

The process of programmed cell death is referred to as:

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Apoptosis

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Ischemia

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Necrosis

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Autolysis

Question 56

Which of the following is an example of an autoimmune disease?

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Rheumatoid arthritis

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Influenza

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Sepsis

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Diabetes

Question 57

The study of the distribution and incidence of disease in populations is known as:

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Epidemiology

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Pharmacology

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Pathology

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Microbiology

Question 58

Which of the following techniques is used to analyze chromosomal abnormalities in genetic diseases?

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Karyotyping

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Electrophoresis

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ELISA

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Immunofluorescence

Question 59

The formation of abnormal growths that can invade and damage surrounding tissues is a hallmark of:

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Cancer

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Autoimmunity

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Inflammation

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Infection

Question 60

The accumulation of pus in a localized area is termed:

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Abscess

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Ulcer

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Erosion

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Granuloma

Question 61

A characteristic feature of malignant tumors is their ability to:

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Metastasize

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Grow slowly

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Differentiate well

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Exceed normal boundaries

Question 62

The transformation of normal cells into cancerous cells is known as:

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Carcinogenesis

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Differentiation

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Metastasis

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Apoptosis

Question 63

Excessive fluid accumulation within body tissues is known as:

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Edema

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Thrombosis

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Abscess

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Hyperemia

Question 64

A type of connective tissue disorder characterized by joint inflammation is:

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Osteoarthritis

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Scurvy

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Osteoporosis