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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory polyarthritis of unknown etiology that targets the synovial tissue of moveable joints. Epidemiology of RA -prevalence of approximately 1% -30-45 cases per 100,000 of the general population -more common in women than men with a ratio of 3:1. Al...
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Add to cartRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory polyarthritis of unknown etiology that targets the synovial tissue of moveable joints. Epidemiology of RA -prevalence of approximately 1% -30-45 cases per 100,000 of the general population -more common in women than men with a ratio of 3:1. Al...
Leukemias Malignancies of the blood and bone marrow. Divided into two main groups - myeloid and lymphocytic, based upon the type of white blood cell involved. Leukemia and lymphoma Two groups of malignancies of the blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system Both are neoplasms of the hematologic sys...
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Add to cartLeukemias Malignancies of the blood and bone marrow. Divided into two main groups - myeloid and lymphocytic, based upon the type of white blood cell involved. Leukemia and lymphoma Two groups of malignancies of the blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system Both are neoplasms of the hematologic sys...
Paralysis -a loss of muscle function of one or more muscle groups -incomplete or partial paralysis -paresis is not a disease in itself but rather a symptom of damage to motor nerves as a result of either a disease process or injury Causes of paralysis trauma to the brain or spinal cord, tumors,...
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Add to cartParalysis -a loss of muscle function of one or more muscle groups -incomplete or partial paralysis -paresis is not a disease in itself but rather a symptom of damage to motor nerves as a result of either a disease process or injury Causes of paralysis trauma to the brain or spinal cord, tumors,...
What is the most frequent childhood malignancy? Acute leukemia. It is followed by brain tumors, lymphomas and neuroblastomas. Brain Tumors The 2nd most frequent malignancy in children and adolescents. 45% mortality rate; highest morbidity of any childhood cancer. Astrocytoma Most common pediat...
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Add to cartWhat is the most frequent childhood malignancy? Acute leukemia. It is followed by brain tumors, lymphomas and neuroblastomas. Brain Tumors The 2nd most frequent malignancy in children and adolescents. 45% mortality rate; highest morbidity of any childhood cancer. Astrocytoma Most common pediat...
Bone tissue: *Bone cells are called osteocytes. * Bone tissues include cartilage and fibrous connective tissue. *Calcium salts include both calcium carbonate and calcium phosphate. The primary function of the skeletal system is: Provide structural support Bones are classified by: *Shape * A...
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Add to cartBone tissue: *Bone cells are called osteocytes. * Bone tissues include cartilage and fibrous connective tissue. *Calcium salts include both calcium carbonate and calcium phosphate. The primary function of the skeletal system is: Provide structural support Bones are classified by: *Shape * A...
Organ systems involved in Movement Muscular- Moves the bones Skeletal- bones are moved at joints by muscles Nervous-transmits impulses to muscle to cause contraction Respiratory- Exchanges O2 and CO2 between the air and blood. Circulatory: transports O2 to muscles and removes CO2 Muscle Struc...
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Add to cartOrgan systems involved in Movement Muscular- Moves the bones Skeletal- bones are moved at joints by muscles Nervous-transmits impulses to muscle to cause contraction Respiratory- Exchanges O2 and CO2 between the air and blood. Circulatory: transports O2 to muscles and removes CO2 Muscle Struc...
What heart conditions account for 80% of cases of congenital heart disease? 1. Three obstructions - pulmonary stenosis, aortic stenosis, coarctation of the aorta. 2. Three left-to-right shunts - atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, patent ductus arteriosus. 3. Two complex cyanotic con...
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Add to cartWhat heart conditions account for 80% of cases of congenital heart disease? 1. Three obstructions - pulmonary stenosis, aortic stenosis, coarctation of the aorta. 2. Three left-to-right shunts - atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, patent ductus arteriosus. 3. Two complex cyanotic con...
Germ Theory of Disease Developed late in the 19th century by Louis Pateur and Robert Koch. This theory postulated that each disease is caused by a microbe specific for that disease. Koch's Postulates Used to determine if disease is attributable to a certain microorganism: 1. The same pathogen m...
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Add to cartGerm Theory of Disease Developed late in the 19th century by Louis Pateur and Robert Koch. This theory postulated that each disease is caused by a microbe specific for that disease. Koch's Postulates Used to determine if disease is attributable to a certain microorganism: 1. The same pathogen m...
Heart "Clicks" Most often associated with Mitral Valve Prolapse Sensitivity A test's ability to perceive and measure amounts or differences, whether small or large. A sensitive medical test is one that will be able to give a positive result when a particular condition is present, even during e...
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Add to cartHeart "Clicks" Most often associated with Mitral Valve Prolapse Sensitivity A test's ability to perceive and measure amounts or differences, whether small or large. A sensitive medical test is one that will be able to give a positive result when a particular condition is present, even during e...
Paralysis A loss of muscle function of one or more muscle groups. Often a result of trauma to the brain or spinal cord, but other major causes include tumors, vascular insult, motor neuron or demyelinating diseases, inflammation and infection. Can be temporary, intermittent, progressive or permanent...
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Add to cartParalysis A loss of muscle function of one or more muscle groups. Often a result of trauma to the brain or spinal cord, but other major causes include tumors, vascular insult, motor neuron or demyelinating diseases, inflammation and infection. Can be temporary, intermittent, progressive or permanent...
Alleles Gene possibilities. A person has two alleles for each protein or trait, they can be the same or different. Amnion an embryonic membrane that holds the fetus suspended in amniotic fluid; fuses with the chorion by the end of the third month of gestation Amniotic fluid the fluid contained...
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Add to cartAlleles Gene possibilities. A person has two alleles for each protein or trait, they can be the same or different. Amnion an embryonic membrane that holds the fetus suspended in amniotic fluid; fuses with the chorion by the end of the third month of gestation Amniotic fluid the fluid contained...
Chromatin Threadlike structures composed of DNA and protein that extend throughout the nucleoplasm. Golgi Apparatus has a secretory function. Apparatus that is a series of flat membranous sacs. Carbs are synthesized here and packaged with other materials for secretion from the cell. Chromosome...
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Add to cartChromatin Threadlike structures composed of DNA and protein that extend throughout the nucleoplasm. Golgi Apparatus has a secretory function. Apparatus that is a series of flat membranous sacs. Carbs are synthesized here and packaged with other materials for secretion from the cell. Chromosome...
Dr. William Einthoven Dutch doctor and physiologist; invented the first practical electrocardiogram (EKG, ECG) in 1901. EKG Has remained the most commonly used non-invasive diagnostic cardiac test worldwide. It serves as an important tool for the diagnosis of ischemia and myocardial infarction. I...
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Add to cartDr. William Einthoven Dutch doctor and physiologist; invented the first practical electrocardiogram (EKG, ECG) in 1901. EKG Has remained the most commonly used non-invasive diagnostic cardiac test worldwide. It serves as an important tool for the diagnosis of ischemia and myocardial infarction. I...
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Two inflammatory conditions of undetermined etiology: ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Factors in the prevalence and incidence of IBD Age, ethnic background (primarily Caucasian), geographic location and possibly the Western lifestyle. Western lifestyle...
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Add to cartInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Two inflammatory conditions of undetermined etiology: ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Factors in the prevalence and incidence of IBD Age, ethnic background (primarily Caucasian), geographic location and possibly the Western lifestyle. Western lifestyle...
12.15% Percent of women born today who will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during their lifetime. Tumor staging The most valuable prognostic indicator both short and long term. Tumor size Correlates with the number of histologically involved nodes but also has independent prognos...
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Add to cart12.15% Percent of women born today who will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during their lifetime. Tumor staging The most valuable prognostic indicator both short and long term. Tumor size Correlates with the number of histologically involved nodes but also has independent prognos...
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) autoimmune disorder where the body mistakenly attacks the brain and spinal cord; chronic degenerative disease of central nervous system; uncertain etiology Demyelination MS attacks the myelin sheath in multiple areas of the CNS resulting in formation of scar tissue or plaq...
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Add to cartMultiple Sclerosis (MS) autoimmune disorder where the body mistakenly attacks the brain and spinal cord; chronic degenerative disease of central nervous system; uncertain etiology Demyelination MS attacks the myelin sheath in multiple areas of the CNS resulting in formation of scar tissue or plaq...
Factors to evaluate for Cardiac testing 1. How well the heart is functioning - left ventricular function, commonly measured as ejection fraction (EF). 2. How much heart muscle is damaged or at risk. 3. If there is a risk of sudden death. Sensitivity A test's ability to perceive and measure amo...
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Add to cartFactors to evaluate for Cardiac testing 1. How well the heart is functioning - left ventricular function, commonly measured as ejection fraction (EF). 2. How much heart muscle is damaged or at risk. 3. If there is a risk of sudden death. Sensitivity A test's ability to perceive and measure amo...
The Humoral System Predominant theory of disesase in Western culture for over 200 years. It taught that the body is composed of four balanced humors, or fluids: blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile - which are found in the heart, brain, spleen and liver. (Hippocrates created this.) Germ The...
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Add to cartThe Humoral System Predominant theory of disesase in Western culture for over 200 years. It taught that the body is composed of four balanced humors, or fluids: blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile - which are found in the heart, brain, spleen and liver. (Hippocrates created this.) Germ The...
What is the most commonly used non invasive diagnostic test in the diagnosis ischemia and myocardial infarction? EKG What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system? To meet the oxygen demands of the body and to transport waste products away from tissues for excretion What must exist for the ...
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Add to cartWhat is the most commonly used non invasive diagnostic test in the diagnosis ischemia and myocardial infarction? EKG What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system? To meet the oxygen demands of the body and to transport waste products away from tissues for excretion What must exist for the ...
What is a Secundum Atrial Septal defect. It occurs in the center of the Septum. The most common Atrial Septal Defect. Small ones are closed by surgery or catheter. If not closed increase risk for Atrial fib. Mortality after closure of ASD in childhood is close to normal. Atrial Septal defect Is a...
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Add to cartWhat is a Secundum Atrial Septal defect. It occurs in the center of the Septum. The most common Atrial Septal Defect. Small ones are closed by surgery or catheter. If not closed increase risk for Atrial fib. Mortality after closure of ASD in childhood is close to normal. Atrial Septal defect Is a...
Innate Immune System present at birth and responds immediately to foreign material. It does not change and is very broad in its ability to respond to invasive organisms Adaptive Immune System Requires exposure to an infectious agent to trigger a protective response. It's flexible, develops over ...
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Add to cartInnate Immune System present at birth and responds immediately to foreign material. It does not change and is very broad in its ability to respond to invasive organisms Adaptive Immune System Requires exposure to an infectious agent to trigger a protective response. It's flexible, develops over ...
Immune System A complex system of cells and soluble molecules that interacts with both infective organisms and molecules from outside of the individual. Where do the cells of the immune system originate? Bone marrow Pluripotential stem cell All cells of immune system originate from this common...
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Add to cartImmune System A complex system of cells and soluble molecules that interacts with both infective organisms and molecules from outside of the individual. Where do the cells of the immune system originate? Bone marrow Pluripotential stem cell All cells of immune system originate from this common...
An example of a basic Activity of Daily Living (ADL) is: 2. DRESSING Cell membrane molecules that conform to a target on a microbe or foreign substance are: 1. receptors The "gold standard" test for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease is 4. cardiac catheterization Biologic therapy us...
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Add to cartAn example of a basic Activity of Daily Living (ADL) is: 2. DRESSING Cell membrane molecules that conform to a target on a microbe or foreign substance are: 1. receptors The "gold standard" test for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease is 4. cardiac catheterization Biologic therapy us...
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