Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which best defines alopecia?

A
a rash with inflammation
B
skin cancer
C
hair loss
D
an infection of hair follicles
3

Which best defines autoimmune disorders?

A
a hardening due to calcium build-up
B
bone infections caused by bacteria
C
the body mistakenly attacking itself
D
an abnormal growth of cells
4

Which condition is caused by coal and dust in the lungs?

A
tuberculosis
B
byssinosis
C
anthracosis
D
asbestosis
5

James made a chart to study for an exam. Which best describes James’s error?

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A
“Myelin” is spelled incorrectly.
B
“Synapse” is described incorrectly.
C
“Corticospinal tract” is spelled incorrectly.
D
“Brain stem” is described incorrectly.
6

What would a skin graft most likely treat?

A
a first-degree burn
B
a third-degree burn
C
plaque psoriasis
D
tinea capitis
7

What would an otolaryngologist treat?

A
soreness in the throat
B
wheezing in the lungs
C
bronchorrhea
D
pneumoconiosis
8

Manjit made a study chart to learn terms related to the lymphatic system.

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A
"Eosinophil" is spelled incorrectly.
B
"Helper T-cell" is described incorrectly.
C
"Phagocytosis" is spelled incorrectly.
D
"Immune cell" is described incorrectly.
9

What role do antigens play in the body?

A
nourishing tissues
B
attacking cancer cells
C
filtering interstitial fluid
D
identifying cells as foreign
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Sequoia made a chart to study the cardiovascular system. Which complete the areas of the chart labeled Y and Z?

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A
Y: Heart rate; Z: A phase in which in which the heart contracts
B
Y: Heart rate; Z: A phase in which in which the heart relaxes
C
Y: Cardiac output; Z: A phase in which in which the heart contracts
D
Y: Cardiac output; Z: A phase in which in which the heart relaxes
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Dr. Loren suspects that her patient has meningitis. What is the best course of action?

A
performing a brain scan and treating with phenytoin
B
performing a spinal tap and treating with an antibiotic
C
performing a nerve release and treating with levodopa
D
performing magnetic resonance imaging and treating with aspirin
14

Which best defines bone marrow?

A
the place where two bones meet
B
inside many bones, the soft, spongy tissue that produces blood cells
C
the short bones located inside the feet and ankles
D
tissues that connect muscle to bone
15

Which is best defined as vomiting?

A
emesis
B
cirrhosis
C
dyspepsia
D
eructation
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Which scenarios are related to cancers of the integumentary system? Select five options.Ally has just been diagnosed with melanoma.David is having a procedure to remove his basal cell carcinoma.Jillian is taking medicine to combat her hirsutism.Craig is receiving chemotherapy treatments twice a week.Chandler’s doctor is explaining why phototherapy may be his best option.Bill’s doctor recommends radiation therapy to treat his squamous cell carcinoma.

A
Ally has just been diagnosed with melanoma.
B
David is having a procedure to remove his basal cell carcinoma.
C
Jillian is taking medicine to combat her hirsutism.
D
Craig is receiving chemotherapy treatments twice a week.
E
Chandler’s doctor is explaining why phototherapy may be his best option.
F
Bill’s doctor recommends radiation therapy to treat his squamous cell carcinoma.
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If a doctor adds to a patient’s chart that the patient has a joint dislocation, what is most likely happening?

A
There is abnormal inflammation of the joint.
B
There is an abnormal separation of the joint.
C
The joint is fibrous and held together with ligaments.
D
The joint is surrounded by synovial fluid.
20

Doyle is having pain in his abdomen from inflammation of his digestive tract. Which disorders might his doctor record in his chart as the most likely diagnosis?

A
cancer or periodontal disease
B
colitis or periodontal disease
C
colitis or gastroenteritis
D
cancer or gastroenteritis
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What do melanocytes produce?

A
a type of protein used to form tough tissues
B
a pigment that gives skin its color
C
a protein found in skin that provides firmness and strength
D
a waxy substance needed for hormone production

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