An Introduction to Human Disease, Seventh Edition

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Please read each question and select your answer from the choices provided. You must complete all of the questions in order to view your results. At the end of each exam, you have the option to e-mail your results to your instructor.

1: The incomplete fusion of the nose and mouth during development is known as:
	A: cementum
	B: dentine abnormality
	C: cleft lip and/or palate
	D: pyorrhea

2: An infection of the gums is known as:
	A: cleft palate
	B: periapical abscess
	C: dry rot
	D: periodontal disease

3: If left unchecked, dental caries can lead to:
	A: toothache
	B: tooth removal
	C: root canal
	D: periapical abscess
	E: All of the Above

4: Esophageal disorders include:
	A: failure of the cardiac sphincter
	B: tears in hte lining of the esophagus
	C: canker sores
	D: esophageal obstruction
	E: All of the Above

5: Reflux esophagitis is caused by a nervous system malfunction that prevents the cardiac sphincter from opening properly.
	A: TRUE
	B: FALSE

6: The esophageal obstruction is commonly caused by:
	A: Carcinoma of the Esophagus
	B: Food Impaction
	C: cyclooxygenase
	D: Stricture
	E: A, B, and D

7: Tears of the gastric mucosal lining can cause fatal bleeding.
	A: TRUE
	B: FALSE

8: Treating inflammation with COX-2 inhibitors might increase the chance of developing:
	A: Acute gastris
	B: cardiovascular problems
	C: esophageal carcinoma
	D: stricture

9: If a tumor between the esophagus and the trachea becomes necrotic, an abnormal communication between the two, known as a tracheoesophageal fistula, may develop.
	A: TRUE
	B: FALSE
	C:
	D:

10: Which of the following are possible complications of peptic ulcers?
	A: hemorrhage
	B: perforation
	C: obstruction
	D: carcinoma
	E: A, B, and C

11: The final, most damaging stage of chronicenteritis is:
	A: bacteria invate the bowel wall
	B: defective barrier function allows bacteria to penetrate the epithelium
	C: the immune system becomes impaired
	D: activated T-lymphocytes cause inflammation and necrosis in the bowel

12: Diverticulosis is an acquired condition resulting from poor diet.
	A: TRUE
	B: FALSE
	C:
	D:

13: Common causes of intestinal obstruction include:
	A: Intestinal adhesions
	B: Hernia
	C: Tumor
	D: Volvulus
	E: All of the Above

14: The most common type of hernia is:
	A: femoral
	B: strangulated
	C: inguinal
	D: umbilical

15: Carcinoma arising in the cecum or the right half of the colon is frequently detected through complaints of:
	A: fatigue caused by anemia
	B: blockage
	C: pain
	D: nausea

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