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One of the most common skin disorders marked by an inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands is psoriasis atopic dermatitis (eczema) impetigo seborrheic dermatitis

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seborrheic dermatitis

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The most common dermatitis during infancy, called cradle cap, is a form of psoriasis atopic dermatitis ( eczema) impetigo seborrheic dermatitis

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seborrheic dermatitis

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_______ is a chronic skin condition marked by thick, flaky, red patches of various sizes, covered with characteristic white, silvery scales. psoriasis atopic dermatitis (eczema) impetigo seborrheic dermatitis

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psoriasis

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__________ is a common contagious superficial skin infection caused by either Streptococcus or Staphylococcus Aureus. psoriasis atopic dermatitis impetigo seborrheic dermatitis

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impetigo

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__________ is an eruption of extremely painful vesicles that occur in a bandlike unilateral pattern along the course of a peripheral nerve. scabies pediculosis herpes zoster acne vulgaris

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herpes zoster

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The treatment of erysipelas (cellulitis) includes incision and drainage immobilization, elevation, compresses, and antibiotics antifungal medications all of the above

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immobilization, elevation, compresses, and antibiotics

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Tinea capitas, tinea corporis, tinea pedis, and tinea cruris are manifestations of pediculosis scabies dermatophytosis erysipelas

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dermatophytosis

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Preventative measures for a decubitus ulcer include good skin care position changes every 2 hours early ambulation all of the above

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all of the above

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The most common premalignant tumors are Selected Answer: actinic keratosis and nevi skin tags and keloids epidermal cysts and seborrheic keratosis all of the above

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actinic keratosis and nevi

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A precursor to skin cancers is squamous cell carcinoma basal cell carcinoma malignant melanoma actinic keratosis

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actinic keratosis

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________ is a serious form of skin cancer that often ulcerates, forms a crust, and has a tendency to metastasize if allowed to reach an advanced stage. squamous cell carcinoma basal cell carcinoma malignant melanoma actinic keratosis

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squamous cell carcinoma

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The ABCDEs of malignant melanoma include family history, sunburn, large moles, bleeding, and previous cancer asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and elevation neither of the above both a and b

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asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and elevation

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_______ is an abscess that involves the entire hair follicle and adjacent subcutaneous tissue. a furuncle a skin tag a hemangioma none of the above

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a furuncle

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__________ is associated with severe itching followed by the appearance of redness and an area of swelling (wheal) in a localized area of skin. scabies erysipelas urticaria, or hives psoriasis

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urticaria, or hives

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____________ , a chronic inflammatory disorder of the facial skin, causes redness, primarily in the areas where individuals blush or flush. impetigo rosacea psoriasis seborrheic dermatitis

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rosacea

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Appearance and location of lesions confirm the diagnosis of each of the three types of skin carcinoma. True False

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False

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Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. True False

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True

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Ninety-five percent of all skin carcinomas result from chronic overexposure to the sun. True False

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True

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Itch mites and lice spread easily from one person to another by close physical contact. True False

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True

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Warts are caused by a noninfectious fungus infection. True False

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False

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The function of the subcutaneous layer of the skin is to insulate the body against heat loss. True False

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True

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Contact dermatitis is an acute inflammation response of the skin triggered by an exogenous chemical or substance. True False

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True

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Keloids occur secondary to trauma or surgery. True False

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True

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A progressive degeneration and weakening of the skeletal muscles is known as muscular dystrophy multiple sclerosis myasthenia gravis none of the above

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muscular dystrophy

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A lateral curvature of the spine is known as kyphosis lordosis lumbago scoliosis

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scoliosis

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The following statement(s) about fibromyalgia is (are) true. It is a painful debilitating syndrome that causes chronic pain in muscles and soft tissues surrounding joints. The cause is unknown. Diagnosis includes pain at specific tender points. All of the above are true.

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All of the above are true.

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Chronic, progressive, inflammatory disease of bones and joints caused by degenerative changes in the cartilage is called chondromalacia osteochondroma osteoarthritis rheumatoid arthritis

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osteoarthritis

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A tick-carrried bacteria causes ___________, which is characterized by symptoms of arthritis, malaise, myalgia, and neurologic and cardiovascular signs. ankylosing spondylitis Lyme's disease systemic lupus erythrematosus kyphosis

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Lyme's disease

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______ is a hereditary group of conditions of the connective tissue that causes an abnormal growth of the extremities. Cardiovascular complications are common. Paget's Disease Osteitis Deformans Marfan's Syndrome None of the above

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Marfan's Syndrome

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Wasting away or deterioration of muscle is called hypertrophy ankylosis atrophy myositis

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atrophy

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A vitamin D deficiency can cause this abnormal metabolic bone disease Osteoporosis Osteogenesis Imperfecta Osteomalacia Osteoclasis

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Osteomalacia

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_____ is an injury that is the result of overuse, overstretching, or forcible stretching of a muscle beyond its functional capacity. It sometimes involves a tendon or ligament. Avulsion Sprain Shin Splints Strain

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Strain

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_____ is (are) a tendon injury that produces immediate, severe pain, inflammation, and immobility of the affected part. Tendonitis Fracture Severed Tendon All of the above

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Severed Tendon

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A _____ is a benign growth filled with a jellylike substance. It commonly develops on the back of the wrist and may be caused by repetitive injury. ganglion gout hallux valgus chondroma

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ganglion

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The name of the injury involving the semilunar cartilages in the knee is rotator cuff tear torn meniscus sciatic injury compression injury

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torn meniscus

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_______ is a surgical procedure necessary because of peripheral vascular disease and consequent gangrene. Trauma, malignancy, or congenital defects are additional reasons. Amputation Arthroscopy Fasciectomy None of the above

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Amputation

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A bone tumor weakens the bone and makes it more susceptible to fracture when subjected to the slightest strain. This is called a simple fracture a pathologic fracture both of the above neither of the above

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a pathologic fracture

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Tumors in muscles are very common. True False

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False

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Osteoporosis occurs more often in men in a ratio of 4:1. True False

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False

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A bunion is also called hallux valgus. True False

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True

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A fracture is the same as a broken bone. True False

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True

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A strained muscle is more serious than a sprained muscle. True False

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False

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Muscles are classified as either voluntary or involuntary. True False

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True

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The skeletal system is composed of 306 bones. True False

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False

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The complete skeleton is formed by the end of the third month of gestation. True False

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True

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The majority of joints are of the slightly movable type. True False

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False

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Inflammation of the bursae is called polymyositis. True False

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False

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Gingivitis that is not treated may lead to plaque periodontitis discoloration of the teeth impacted molars

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periodontitis

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Pain and limitation of the movement of the jaw with tinnitus as a result of inflammation of the temporomandibular joints (TMJs) is characteristic of TMJ syndrome gingivitis periodontitis dental caries

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TMJ syndrome

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Oral thrush, a fungal infection that produces sore patches in the mouth and throat, may be the result of leukoplakia. plaque. prolonged antibiotic therapy. all of the above

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prolonged antibiotic therapy.

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The diagnostic evaluation for peptic ulcers might include endoscopy and biopsy of the lesion. patient history. upper GI barium series and the study of gastric contents and stool for evidence of bleeding. all of the above.

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all of the above.

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Agents that may damage the gastric lining and cause gastritis include medications (Ex. NSAIDSs), poisons, alcohol, and infectious diseases. mechanical injury. allergic reaction or irritation from foods. all of the above.

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all of the above.

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The primary treatment of gastric cancer may include control of symptoms by using Valsalva's maneuver. antibiotic therapy, bland diet, and anti-inflammatory drugs. gastric resection usually followed by chemoradiotherapy. none of the above.

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gastric resection usually followed by chemoradiotherapy.

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Hiatel hernia can be caused by swallowing a foreign body. a weakness that develops in the diaphragm. lack of dietary bulk. all of the above.

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a weakness that develops in the diaphragm.

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A fairly common chronic inflammatory disease of the alimentary canal involving all layers of the bowel, which causes chronic diarrhea, is acute gastritis. hiatel hernia. Crohn's disease. diverticulosis.

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Crohn's disease.

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Mechanical obstruction of the bowel can result from ileus or a paralytic condition of the small bowel. the use of broad spectrum antibiotics. neoplasm, fecal impaction, volvulus, or intussusception. none of the above.

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neoplasm, fecal impaction, volvulus, or intussusception.

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Pseudomembranous enterocolitis is related to inflammation of the peritoneum. short bowel syndrome. use of broad spectrum antibiotics.

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use of broad spectrum antibiotics.

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Inflammation of the gallbladder commonly associated with gallstones is called pancreatitis. cholecystitis. cholelithiasis. hepatitis.

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cholecystitis.

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Signs and symptoms of malnutrition can result from eating too much or too little. a malabsorption syndrome. a case involving seveer burns or other severe trauma. all of the above.

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all of the above.

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The most serious complications of bulimia and anorexia nervosa include loss of weight. denial and anger. electrolyte imbalance and cardiac irregularities. a morbid fear of being fat.

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electrolyte imbalance and cardiac irregularities.

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Which of the following statement(s) is (are) true about hepatitis C? It is consdered a widespread epidemic. The source of infection is usually known. Complete recovery of the liver is rare. Health care workers are not considered at risk.

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It is consdered a widespread epidemic.

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Celiac disease is a disease of the small intestine. is characterized by malabsorption, gluten intolerance, and damage to the lining of the intestine. requires lifelong compliance with a strict gluten-free diet. all of the above.

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all of the above.

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Pain is ususally the initial symptom of gastric cancer. True False

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False

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The symptoms of food poisoning are due to the pathogens themselves or to the toxins they produce. True False

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True

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Hypervitaminosis is toxicity from any vitamin, but especially the fat-soluable vitamins A and D. True False

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True

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Vitamin D is considered highly toxic, especially in infants and children. True False

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True

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There is no genetic component to fatness and the regional distribution of fat. True False

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False

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The most common bloodborne infection in the United States is hepatitis A. True False

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False

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Colorectal cancer is the third most common site of cancer incidence and death in men and women. True False

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True

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Barrett's esophagus is a severe consequence of GERD.

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True

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Health care workers exposed to body fluids are at risk for hepatitis B. True False

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True

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Cancer of the pancreas is twice as common in men as women and is the fourth leading cuause of cancer-related death in the United States. True False

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True

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The primary function(s) of the pulmonary system is (are)

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ventilation and respiration.

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The maintenance of the acid-base balance of the blood is linked to the function of

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the lungs and the kidneys.

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The common cold is a group of minor illnesses caused by

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almost 200 viruses or from mycoplasma.

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A crooked nasal septum or deviated septum can cause

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all of the above.

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Causes of epistaxis

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all of the above.

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Of primary importance in the diagnosis of hemoptysis is

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determining the source of the bleeding.

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Stasis of blood flow from immobility, injury to a vessel, or predisposition to clot formation increase the risk of

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pulmonary embolism.

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The pneumonia-like disease caused by bacteria that thrive in warm aquatic environments and are inhaled from moisture droplets in air conditioning units is called

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Legionella infection

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Permanent, irreversible dilation or distortion of the bronchi, resulting from destruction of muscular bronchial wall, describes

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bronchiectasis

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Occupational diseases that cause progressive, chronic inflammation and infection in the lungs from inhalation of inorganic dust are termed

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pneumoconiosis

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______ is a destructive disease of the alveoli and the adjacent capillary walls resulting in chronic dyspnea, cough, and the characteristic barrel chest.

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Emphysema

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The Epstein-Barr virus is the cause of

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infectious mononucleosis

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Severe hypoxemia in a patient who has recently experienced trauma is called shock lung or

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ARDS

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____ refers to obstructive disease of the lungs, including chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis, asthma, emphysema, and pneumoconiosis.

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COPD

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Treatment of pneumonia includes

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organism-specific antibiotics for bacterial pneumonia.

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What is the most common site for head and neck tumors?

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larynx

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Pontiac fever is a milder form of Legionellosis; both forms are not contagious.

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True

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Target groups for influenza immunization include persons aged 65 and older, patients with chronic disease, health care providers, and other high risk persons.

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True

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Prophylactic use of vaccines against influenza is effective in reducing the occurrence of the disease, especially in older and inform adults.

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True

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A history of smoking is not listed as an etiologic factor in bronchitis, bronchiectasis, emphysema, and lung cancer.

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False

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In most cases the prognosis of lung cancer is good because people seek medical attention before metastasis occurs.

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False

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Asbestosis, anthracosis, and silicosis are considered occupational diseases.

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True

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Common colds impart immunity and respond to antibiotic therapy.

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False

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Allergic rhinitis and allergic sinusitis can lead to inflammation of the mucosa of the sinuses and resulting sinusitis.

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True

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Exposure to both primary and secondary smoke may make the individual more susceptible to any respiratory condition because the smoke is an irritant to the respiratoy tract.

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True

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Early detection of lung cancer has been proven to improve survival.

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False

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Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death worldwide for both men and women.

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True

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Hemothorax is not life threatening so therefore it does not require emergency care.

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False

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Due to improved prevention and treatment measures for tuberculosis, TB is no longer considered a public health risk.

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False

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Acute bronchitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection, so no known prevention exists.

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False

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Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disorder most commonly detected in the lungs.

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True

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The condition where fat-containing substances are deposited on the coronary artery lumens causing a narrowing is

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coronary artery disase.

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The procdure where a catheter with a balloon is threaded into a coronary artery and expanded to compress the plaque and widen the lumen is called

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angioplasty.

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The most prevalent cardiovascular disorder in the United States is

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coronary artery disase.

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The patient who complains of sudden onset of severe headache, blurred vision, and dyspnea may be suffering from

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malignant hypertension.

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Fluid shift into the extravascular spaces of the lungs with accompanying dyspnea, coughing, and bloody, frothy sputum is indicative of

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pulmonary edema.

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Acute or chronic inflammation of the sac enclosing the heart is

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pericarditis.

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The valve most frequently involved in valvular heart disease is

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mitral valve.

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The patient with pale, cold, clammy skin, a rapid and weak pulse, tachypnea, and an altered level of consciousness is experiencing

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shock.

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Cardiac arrythmias may be caused by

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all of the above

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Possible consequences of emboli include

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all of the above.

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A pulsating mass that is noted mid-abdomen indicates

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aortic aneurysm.

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A vasospastic disease of the fingers, hands, or feet resulting in pain, numbness, and sometimes discoloration is

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Raynaud's disease.

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Noninflammatory disease of the heart muscle with enlargement of the myocardium and ventricular dysfunction refers to

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cardiomyopathy.

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The chronic hereditary form of anemia found predominately in the black race is called

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sickle cell anemia.

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The presence of Reed-Sternberg cells in lymphatic tissue is diagnostic of

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Hodgkin's disease.

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Transfusion incompatibility are always fatal.

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False

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Patients with coronary heart disease always experience pain.

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False

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The cause of essential hypertension is unknown.

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True

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Mitral stenosis usually is the result of rheumatic heart disease.

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True

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Patients with mitral valve prolapse experience severe crushing chest pain and syncope.

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False

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Sickle cell anemia is asymptomatic.

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False

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Myocardial infarction is the death of myocardial tissue caused by ischemia.

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True

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Causes of cardiac arrest include respiratory arrest, myocardial infarction, trauma, electrocution, hemorrhage, and drug overdose.

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True

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Cardiomyopathy is a noninflammatory disease of the cardiac muscle.

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True

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