Pathophysiology Exam 3 (HESI) Questions and Answers Already Rated A
It is true that the Epstein-Barr virus is A)Sero-positive in 60% of the adult population Incorrect B)Considered a cause of Burkitt lymphoma C)Linked to B-cell lymphoma
- Linked with HIV
CH. 11 ✔✔B) considered a cause of Burkitt lymphoma
Which term best describes a condition that presents with the symptoms of petechiae, easy bruising, bleeding gums, occult hematuria, or retinal hemorrhages?
- Thrombocytopenia
- Neutropenia
- Leukopenia
- Anemia
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CH.11 ✔✔A) Thrombocytopenia
(Neutropenia=absolute neutrophil count of less than 500 cells/mcl resulting in fevers and frequent infections.Leukopenia=decrease in white blood cells also putting the individual at risk for infections.Anemia=decrease in hemoglobin and hematocrit affecting the body's ability to transport oxygen causing fatigue and ultimately respiratory issues.)
When a patient receives bone marrow from a closely matched relative, it is referred to as what type of transplant?A)Allogenic B)Autologous C)Graft-versus-host D)Peripheral stem cell
CH.11 ✔✔A) Allogenic 2 / 4
(Autologous transplants collect stem cells from the patient's own blood to be stored and then re- infused after chemotherapy and irradiation.Graft-versus-host disease is a serious problem that can occur from allogenic transplants.Using peripheral stem cell transplantation (which is a form of autologous transplant) helps eliminate the problem of graft-versus-host disease.)
Which statement regarding myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is true?
- The prognosis is good.
- They include polycythemia vera.
- Overproduction of one cell type occurs.
- Neoplastic cells are functionally abnormal.
CH. 11 ✔✔D) Neoplastic cells are functionally abnormal
Which statement regarding chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a true statement?
- It is not seen in children. 3 / 4
- It represents 30% of all cases of leukemia.
- The average age of onset is older than 70 years.
- Affected persons carry the Philadelphia chromosome.
CH. 11 ✔✔D) Affected persons carry the Philadelphia chromosome
It is true that acute lymphoid leukemia (ALL) is A)Incurable B)More curable in adults C)Primarily diagnosed in children
- Generally seen in adults older than 70 years
CH. 11 ✔✔C) Primarily diagnosed in children
Which is a malignant disorder of mature antibody-secreting B lymphocytes or plasma cells?A)Multiple myeloma
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