PATHOLOGY MCQ
HEALING AND REPAIR
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Question
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Inflammation is:
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The body’s normal response to injury that encourages proper healing
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A process that occurs when injury happens that interferes with the body’s ability to heal properly
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Synonymous with swelling
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both swelling and what occurs when injury interferes with the body’s ability to heal properly.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Inflammation occurs in response to physical trauma, intense heat and irritating chemicals, as well as to infection by viruses and bacteria. The inflammatory response: (1) prevents the spread of damaging agents to nearby tissues (2) disposes of cell debris and pathogens and (3) sets the stage for the repair process.
Detailed explanation-2: -The inflammatory response (inflammation) occurs when tissues are injured by bacteria, trauma, toxins, heat, or any other cause. The damaged cells release chemicals including histamine, bradykinin, and prostaglandins. These chemicals cause blood vessels to leak fluid into the tissues, causing swelling.
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