NU 607 Patho Quiz 1 with Correct
Answers
Osmosis - Answer-movement across cellular membrane from low to high solute area. high
to low concentration. works to equalize concentrations
sodium - Answer-the key determinant for osmotic pressure, found mostly outside of the
cells
active transport - ...
ischemia - Answer✔✔-if cells do not enter apoptosis when the are supposed to, they may enter
necrosis and bacterial invasion which can result in gangrene
microbiome - Answer✔✔-a community of microorganisms (fungi, bacteria, and viruses) that
exists in a particular environment.
e coli is an example of normal flora that fit this category
genomic instability - Answer✔✔-acquire or somatic mutations, or epigenetic abnormalities
some carcinogens are not mutagenic and damage the DNA without affecting the DNA structure.
The structure may look normal but the DNA has been damaged.
mammogram screenings - Answer✔✔-should begin yearly at age 40 if no hx of breast cancer. if
hx in a primary relative should begin earlier
punnett squares - Answer✔✔-if both parents are carriers of an autosomal recessive disorder
then their offspring have a 25% chance of being affected, a 50% chance of being a carrier, and a
25% chance of having the condition
marfan syndrome - Answer✔✔-clinical manifestations include cardiovascular, ocular, and
musculoskeletal issues. no treatment for actual d/o, only symptom relief
neurofobromatosis - Answer✔✔-consists of neurogenic tumors arising from Schwann cells and
similar cells
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