Paramedic Science Module 1 Part 2

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These quizes are to help me pass my paramedic class and state boards.

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1.

The systemic spread of toxins through the bloodstream is called
- A.
  
  Infection
- B.
  
  Septicemia
- C.
  
  Pathogenia
- D.
  
  Toxemia
2.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three lines of defence for infection?
- A.
  
  Anatomic barriers
- B.
  
  Inflammatory response
- C.
  
  Immune response
- D.
  
  Febrile response
3.

Which of the following begins within seconds of injury or invasion by a pathogen?
- A.
  
  Immune response
- B.
  
  Febrile response
- C.
  
  Inflammatory response
- D.
  
  Leukocyte response
4.

Protection from infection or disease that is developed by the body after exposure to an antigen is called:
- A.
  
  Acquired immunity
- B.
  
  Natural immunity
- C.
  
  Primary immune response
- D.
  
  Synthetic immunity
5.

The special type of leukocyte that is responsible for recognizing foreign antigens, producing antibodies, and developing memory is the
- A.
  
  Lymphocyte
- B.
  
  Cytoplast
- C.
  
  Thrombocyte
- D.
  
  Erythrocyte
6.

The type of white blood cell that does not produce antibodies but instead attacks antigens directly is the
- A.
  
  T lymphocyte
- B.
  
  B lymphocyte
- C.
  
  IgM lymphocyte
- D.
  
  IgD lymphocyte
7.

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the difference between the immune response and the inflammatory response?
- A.
  
  The immune response develops swiftly: inflammation develops slowly
- B.
  
  The immune response is specific, inflammation is nonspecific
- C.
  
  The immune response is temporary, inflammation is long lasting
- D.
  
  The immune response involves many types of white cells, inflammation involves one type of white blood cell
8.

One of the four functions of inflammation is
- A.
  
  Walling off the infected and inflamed area
- B.
  
  Attacking foreign substances
- C.
  
  Developing a memory for antigens
- D.
  
  Production of white blood cells
9.

The type of cells responsible for activating the inflammatory response are the
- A.
  
  T cells
- B.
  
  B cells
- C.
  
  Mast cells
- D.
  
  Plasma cells
10.

The substance released by platelets that, through constriction and dilation of blood vessels, affects blood flow to an injured or affected site is called:
- A.
  
  Histamine
- B.
  
  Serotonin
- C.
  
  Granules
- D.
  
  Pus
11.

A tumor or growth that forms when foreign bodies cannot be destoryed and is surrounded and wlled off is called a:
- A.
  
  Fibroblast
- B.
  
  Granuloma
- C.
  
  Melanoma
- D.
  
  Cyst
12.

Exudate has three functions at an inflammation site, one of which is:
- A.
  
  Destruction of toxins released by bacteria
- B.
  
  Removal of plasma proteins and leukocytes from the site
- C.
  
  Carrying away the products of inflammation, e.g., toxins, dead cells, pus
13.

The complete healing of a wound and return of tissues to their normal structure and functions is called:
14.

The term autoimmunity refers to:
- A.
  
  An exaggerated immune response to an environmental antigen
- B.
  
  An immune reaction between members of the same species, omonly of one person against the antigens of another person.
- C.
  
  A disturbance in the body's normal tolerance for self-antigens, such as hyperhyroidism or rheumatic fever.
- D.
  
  A severe allergic response that usually develops within minutes of reexposure
15.

Acquired immune deficiencies include:
- A.
  
  Nutritional deficiencies
- B.
  
  Deficiencies caused by trauma
- C.
  
  AIDS
- D.
  
  All of these
16.

The physiological effects of catecholamines include:
- A.
  
  Decreased glucose metabolism in the brain
- B.
  
  Bronchoconstriction
- C.
  
  Increased blood flow to the skin
- D.
  
  Increased glucose prduction in the liver
17.

The adrenal cortex releases a steroid hormone that regulates the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, sodium, potassium, and proteins. That hormone is
- A.
  
  Cortisol
- B.
  
  Growth hormone
- C.
  
  Beta-endorphines