Pathology Final Exam Questions & Answers 2024/2025
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Pathology
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Pathology
Pathology Final Exam Questions & Answers 2024/2025
Rod-shaped bacteria are called what?
a. Streptococci
b. Staphylococci
c. Bacilli
d. Spirochetes - ANSWERSc. Bacilli
Which of the following is an example of a disease caused by protozoa?
a. Lyme disease
b. Hepatitis A
c. Impetigo
d. ...
What makes MRSA different from other bacterial infections of the skin?
a. It is an indicator of cancer risk
b. It is an autoimmune disease
c. It is spread through direct contact
d. It is resistant to many antibiotics - ANSWERSd. It is resistant to many antibiotics
This is most commonly caused by the group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus bacteria, which excrete
powerful toxins that can damage tissues quickly. This infection can progress from being a minor irritation
to threatening life and limb in a matter of hours. What is it?
a. Necrotizing fasciitis
b. MRSA
c. Impetigo
d. Carbuncles - ANSWERSa. Necrotizing fasciitis
What is a potential complication of a bacterial infection of the skin?
a. Hepatitis
b. Sepsis
, c. Dyshidrosis
d. Gastritis - ANSWERSb. Sepsis
What are some common triggers for allergic contact dermatitis?
a. Ragweed, cat dander, oak pollen
b. Soy, dairy, gluten
c. Latex, urushiol, adhesives
d. Cotton, wool, nylon - ANSWERSc. Latex, urushiol, adhesives
What is the most commonly reported adverse event associated with eczema or dermatitis?
a. None; this condition carries little or no risk for massage
b. Torn skin and abrasions
c. A hypersensitivity reaction to an allergen or irritant in the lubricant
d. Secondary infection due to contamination of open lesions - ANSWERSc. A hypersensitivity reaction to
an allergen or irritant in the lubricant
In this condition, skin cells begin to replicate in an uncontrolled way. They invade deeper tissues and may
travel through the lymph or bloodstream to colonize other areas. This describes...
a. Basal cell carcinoma
b. Leukoplakia
c. Actinic keratosis
d. Melanoma - ANSWERSd. Melanoma
Your new client is a 78-year-old white man. On his back you notice several large freckles, but one of
them is crusted and show signs of recent bleeding. On closer inspection, you see that it is brown and red
with small black areas throughout. The edges of this freckle vary from being sharp and clear to being
very fuzzy. What is your best strategy?
A. Because this lesion is a harmless seborrheic keratosis, proceed with the massage as usual
B. Let your client know what you found, and recommend that he consult a naturopath who specializes in
issues for the elderly population
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