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- 1. Multiple ChoiceThe study of the processes of life, prevention, and treatment of disease is called:applied researchclinical researchnon-human modelbiomedical research
- 2. Multiple ChoiceAny biological process or reaction that takes place in an artificial environment is called:in vitro studieshuman clinical trialsepidemiological studieschemical models
- 3. Multiple ChoiceA model of research that tests potential drugs in humans & takes place in a hospital?AppliedClinicalNon-humanBiomedical
- 4. Multiple ChoiceResearch that uses animals when it is not ethical to conduct experimentals on human is:AppliedClinicalNon-humanBiomedical
- 5. Multiple ChoiceA important part of the research process is used in developing new prescription drugs is:in vitro studies.human clinical trials.epidemiological studies.chemical models.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceResearch that focuses on disease incidence and its distribution in a population is called:in vitro studies.human clinical trials.epidemiological studies.chemical models.
- 7. Multiple ChoiceA model of research directed toward specific objectives is called?AppliedClinicalNon-humanBiomedical
- 8. Multiple ChoiceA ad in the newspaper asks for anyone over 50 with emphysema to participate in a study.Basic research.Applied research.Clinical research.Government research.
- 9. Multiple ChoiceA patient takes part in a research study for leukemia. What type of research is this?GeneralBasicAppliedClinical
- 10. Multiple ChoiceThere are many limitations/disadvantages of in vitro studies. An example of a limitation is:In vitro studies are more expensive and take more time than whole animal systems.In vitro cultures cannot tell us how a substance affects a complex animal system.It is impossible to control the temperature with in vitro studiesIn vitro studies often fail because they are susceptible to toxins.
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the BEST reason for using animals in biomedical research?There are no ethical objections to the use of animals in research.Animals do not have families who care about them.Animals provide the best surrogate for humans in the lab.Animals do not complain about their treatment.
- 12. Multiple ChoiceChemical, mathematical and computer simulations are effective research models but they CANNOT:Reduce the number of animals needed for research.Decrease the total amount of time spent on research.Replace laboratory testing.Increase the efficiency of data processing.
- 13. Multiple ChoiceAnimals are often used in medical research because they:Are inexpensive to house, feed and take care of.Respond the same way to experimental drugs as humans.Are not affected by government regulations.Share the same structures (cells, tissues, organs) as humans.
- 14. Multiple ChoicePeople concerned about the use of animals in research should be aware that the use of animals:Is being replaced by computer models.Is governed by federal regulations.Only involves rats and mice who were bred for that purpose.Has decreased dramatically over the past ten years.s
- 15. Multiple ChoiceBasic medical research contributes to general scientific knowledge by providing:Cures for genetic diseases.New vaccines.The building blocks for other types of Research.Advanced explanations for emerging diseases & disorders.
- 16. Multiple ChoiceThe BEST reason computer simulations are an effective research tool because they:Replace laboratory testing and clinical trials.Increase speed and efficiency of existing data.Replace the use of animals in research.Are less expensive than any other form of Research.
- 17. Multiple ChoiceA hospital asks for people with migraine headaches to volunteer. This is an example of:Drug abuse.An epidemiological study.A clinical study.A non-human model.
- 18. Multiple ChoiceA student to write a research paper on Alzheimer’s. This is what type of research?CharacterBasicAppliedClinical
- 19. Multiple ChoiceA hospital invites people with high blood pressure to take part in what kind of study?BehavioralBasicAppliedClinical
- 20. Multiple ChoiceAnimals in a lab are being deprived of sleep as part of what kind of research study?Disease controlBasicAppliedClinical
- 21. Multiple ChoiceResearchers study test achievement in high school students. What type of research is this?BasicAppliedClinicalFundamental
- 22. Multiple ChoiceApplied research involves the application of existing knowledge that usually comes from?Basic research.Clinical research.The development of vaccines.Laboratory animals.
- 23. Multiple ChoiceHow long will it be before the tested drug is available to the public?2-3 years4-6 years7-8 years9-12 years
- 24. Multiple ChoiceDr. Albert Sabin created a polio vaccine. The vaccine was made from:A weakened live virus.A plant.A dead bacteria.Polio antibodies.
- 25. Multiple ChoicePolio attacks the central nervous system. What was the common symptom of people with polio?SeizuresInternal bleedingCoughing and sneezingParalysis
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of research answers fundamental questions for other types of research?ClinicalBasicAppliedPsychosocial
- 27. Multiple ChoiceApplied research is MOST often conducted using:Paid volunteers.People with a terminal illness.Animals.Libraries.
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of research usually occurs in the last stage of medical research?FundamentalBasicAppliedClinical
- 29. Multiple ChoiceA non-animal method of applied research often involves the use of:Clinical trials.Radiation.Dogs or monkeys.Computers.
- 30. Multiple ChoiceWhere does clinical research MOST OFTEN take place?High school chemistry labsHospitalsChurchesOffice buildings
- 31. Multiple ChoiceA cell or tissue culture would be used in what type of study?ComputerClinical trialIn VitroMathematical
- 32. Multiple ChoiceWhat antibiotic was discovered by Alexander Fleming?GramicidinPenicillinActinomycinStreptomycin
- 33. Multiple ChoiceWhat biomedical research advance has benefited animals?Spaying techniquesThe development of vaccinesHeart transplantsExercise machines
- 34. Multiple ChoiceAn example of biomedical research involves:Urban population growth.Genetic diseases.Fashion trends.The lifestyles of immigrants.
- 35. Multiple ChoiceWhat does the term In vitro mean?InvasiveUnder a microscopeIn glassInteresting
- 36. Multiple ChoiceIn vitro studies take place in a(an):Laboratory.Computer.Animal.Patient.
- 37. Multiple ChoiceWhat does an epidemiologist study?Computer virusesDiseasesAnimal rightsHuman behavior
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