KIN 2501 Chapter : Introduction Chapter One Mechikoff
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31. Which of the following statements is true if onemaintains a high level of physical activity 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 |
32. Which of the following is not an age relatedchange 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 |
33. What is the definition of tidal volume?
the volume of air inspired equals the volume expired atrest | |
the most air a person can inspire when taking a deepbreath | |
the amount of air left in the lungs following fullexpiration | |
the total amount of air that can be in lungs at any onetime |
34. What is the most common type of arthritis inadults?
Rheumatoid arthritis | |
Psoriatic arthritis | |
Osteoarthritis | |
Gout |
35. A pannus is a destructive type of tissueassociated with which condition?
Emphysema | |
Colitis | |
Rheumatoid arthritis | |
Osteoporosis |
36. Tremors, muscle stiffness, inability to completea motion after it was initiated, loss of balance, weakness, and astooped posture are all signs of which disease?
Stroke | |
Alzheimers | |
Parkinson's | |
Multi-infarct dementia |
37. Which type of muscle fiber is considered to be'fast contracting and resistant to fatigue'?
Type I | |
Type IIA | |
Type IIB | |
Type IIC |
38. Which statement regarding crush fractures istrue?
they only occur when lifting or carrying a heavy object | |
the patient tends to lean backwards to take the pressure offthe fracture | |
pulmonary and circulatory systems are not effected by thefracture | |
nerve function may be compromised by pinching of the bonepieces |
39. Which of the following statements regardingdecubitus 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 |
40. Which of the following increases the risk ofage-related macular degeneration?
Hypotension | |
Diabetes | |
Cataracts | |
Atherosclerosis |