Question 1

Disease that is distributed throughout the body is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic.
B)  systemic.
C)  acute.
D)  contagious. B

Question 2

Which process occurs when the body mistakes its own tissues for something foreign?

Accepted Answer

A)  The tissues are attacked, and the immune system is depleted.
B)  The immune system soon recognizes the tissues as normal and never attacks them again.
C)  The tissues attack the immune system, shutting it down.
D)  The tissues stimulate the immune system to prevent infection by pathogens. A

Question 3

Which term means an organism in which pathogens reside?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reservoir
B)  Cistern
C)  Host
D)  Hiatus C

Question 4

Which type of disease develops gradually and lasts longer than 6 months?

Accepted Answer

A)  Acute
B)  Local
C)  Chronic
D)  Delayed

Question 5

A description that belongs to communicable diseases is that they are:

Accepted Answer

A)  the result of exposure to cancer-causing agents.
B)  caused by disruption in the body's metabolism.
C)  inherited.
D)  infectious.

Question 6

A period of partial or complete disappearance of the signs and symptoms of chronic disease is called a:

Accepted Answer

A)  flare-up.
B)  complication.
C)  remission.
D)  syndrome.

Question 7

What is the minimum number of seconds the hands should be washed?

Accepted Answer

A)  5
B)  7
C)  10
D)  15

Question 8

If a disease has an unknown cause, it is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  acute.
B)  idiopathic.
C)  systemic.
D)  chronic.

Question 9

When a therapist feels symptoms of a cold or contagious illness, he or she should:

Accepted Answer

A)  wear a mask or bandana over his or her nose and mouth to reduce the spread of airborne particles.
B)  wear gloves to reduce the spread of infection.
C)  cancel appointments and offer to reschedule, or refer the client to an associate.
D)  be sure to have an antimicrobial agent available in the treatment room.

Question 10

Which term means a prediction of how a disease will progress and the chances of recovery?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prognosis
B)  Diagnosis
C)  Palpation
D)  Determination

Question 11

Which term means any illness that is characterized by certain signs and symptoms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Disease
B)  Handicap
C)  Liability
D)  Disorder

Question 12

Which term means objective indicators of disease such as swelling, skin rashes, and fever?

Accepted Answer

A)  Signs
B)  Complications
C)  Symptoms
D)  Diagnosis

Question 13

Which area of the body is considered a cautionary site?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gluteals
B)  Upper arm
C)  Lateral neck
D)  Calves

Question 14

Infectious agents can be spread through contact with:

Accepted Answer

A)  contaminated linens.
B)  contaminated massage tools.
C)  open containers of lubricant.
D)  all of the above.

Question 15

Which term means a period of increased signs and symptoms?

Accepted Answer

A)  Remission
B)  Chronic
C)  Syndrome
D)  Exacerbation

Question 16

Which term means subjective feelings such as headaches, nausea, pain, and anxiety?

Accepted Answer

A)  Situation
B)  Syndrome
C)  Signs
D)  Symptoms

Question 17

Which type of disease has an abrupt onset of severe signs and symptoms then runs a brief course?

Accepted Answer