NMC101H1 Lecture Notes - Second Intermediate Period Of Egypt, Senusret I, Amenemhat I
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31. Which of the followingstatements regarding decubitus ulcers is true?
cells start dying if blood flow is reduced for an hour | |
ulcers heal quickly if they are treated appropriately | |
the legs are the most susceptible body part | |
pressure and immobility are the main causes |
32. What is the mostcommon type of arthritis in adults?
Rheumatoid arthritis | |
Psoriatic arthritis | |
Osteoarthritis | |
Gout |
33. Which of the followingincreases the risk of age-related macular degeneration?
Hypotension | |
Diabetes | |
Cataracts | |
Atherosclerosis |
34. Which of the followingstatements is true if one maintains a high level of physicalactivity throughout life?
Slower decline in reaction time and recovery time in the musclesystem | |
Slower increase in processing impulses by the CNS | |
Slower increase in fat and fibers in the muscle system | |
Slower increase in bone minerals in the skeletal system |
35. Which type of musclefiber is considered to be 'fast contracting and resistant tofatigue'?
Type I | |
Type IIA | |
Type IIB | |
Type IIC |
36. Which of the followingis not an age related change associated with the lens?
Decline in transparency to all colors of light | |
Formation of new capillaries in the lens | |
Reduction in the ability to refract light | |
Decrease in the elasticity of the lens |
37. Which statementregarding crush fractures is true?
they only occur when lifting or carrying a heavy object | |
the patient tends to lean backwards to take the pressure off thefracture | |
pulmonary and circulatory systems are not effected by thefracture | |
nerve function may be compromised by pinching of the bonepieces |
38. What is the definitionof tidal volume?
the volume of air inspired equals the volume expired at rest | |
the most air a person can inspire when taking a deep breath | |
the amount of air left in the lungs following fullexpiration | |
the total amount of air that can be in lungs at any one time |
39. Tremors, musclestiffness, inability to complete a motion after it was initiated,loss of balance, weakness, and a stooped posture are all signs ofwhich disease?
Stroke | |
Alzheimers | |
Parkinson's | |
Multi-infarct dementia |
40. A pannus is adestructive type of tissue associated with which condition?
Emphysema | |
Colitis | |
Rheumatoid arthritis | |
Osteoporosis |