Week 1 Patho (day 2) extra

Which of the following best defines homeostasis?

• A state of disease

• A stable internal environment maintained by the body

• The process of aging

• The body's response to stress

Which of the following is a common cause of congenital disorders?

• Environmental factors

• Genetic mutations

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What is the significance of understanding genetic disorders in pathophysiology?

• They have no impact on health

• They can lead to disease and health alterations

• They only affect the elderly

• They are easily avoided

Which of the following is a common clinical manifestation of Down syndrome?

• Short stature

• Heart defects

• Distinctive facial features

• All of the above

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing congenital disorders?

• Maternal age over 35

• Exposure to teratogens

• Genetic predisposition

• All of the above