PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

HEALING AND REPAIR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the main objective of the repair phase?
A
reduce edema and inflammation
B
begin building new fibers
C
calm the nerves down so pain is less
D
strengthens tissue to prevent reinjury
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tissue repair is a natural process in which the primary goal is to restore the structure and function of the tissue following an injury.

Detailed explanation-2: -This phase begins as the inflammation settles down and your body begins to repair the damaged tissue by laying down collagen. New collagen fibres are put down in a disorganized fashion in the form of scar tissue, which is weaker and less flexible than normal tissues of the area.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tissue repair is defined as the restoration of tissue architecture and function following an injury. In toxicant-induced injury, tissue repair plays a primary role in determining whether the patient will recover from injury, or whether the injury will progress and lead to death.

Detailed explanation-4: -An initial response to maintain homoeostasis. An inflammatory response to prevent infection. A proliferative phase to reconstitute the wound site. A remodelling phase where tissue strength and function are restored. 17-Jan-2023

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