Question 1The action of platelet-derived growth factor is to stimulate the production of which cells?Selected Answer: Platelets Question 21 out of 1 pointsA healthcare professional is educating a patient about asthma. The professional states that good control is necessary due to which pathophysiologic process?Selected Answer: Uncontrolled inflammation leads to increased bronchial hyperresponsiveness and eventual scarring. Question 31 out of 1 pointsWhat is an expected change in the cardiovascular system that occurs with aging?Selected Answer: Arterial stiffening Question 40 out of 1 pointsPeople diagnosed with neurofibromatosis have varying degrees of the condition becauseof which genetic principle?Selected Answer: Dominance Question 50 out of 1 pointsWhen endothelial cells are injured, what alteration contributes to atherosclerosis?Selected Answer: The release of toxic oxygen radicals that oxidize low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) Question 61 out of 1 pointsA healthcare professional cares for older adults in a skilled nursing facility. What should the professional assess for in these individuals related to cardiovascular functioning?Selected Answer: Increased rate of falling and dizzyspells Question 70 out of 1 pointsWhat physical sign does the healthcare professional relate to the result of turbulent blood flow through a vessel?Selected Answer: Bounding pulse felt on palpation Question 81 out of 1 pointsWhat are tumor cell markers?Selected