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A comprehensive set of questions and answers covering key concepts in pathophysiology. It is designed to help students prepare for their final exam by testing their understanding of disease processes, mechanisms, and clinical manifestations. The questions cover a wide range of topics, including inflammation, immunity, cell injury, and genetic disorders, providing a valuable resource for self-assessment and review.
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alcohol during pregnancy. How would you classify this disease?: Con- genital environmental
the following is best explanation?: A sign is a manifestation that is noted by the observer; while a symptom is what the patient describes (not visible to observer)
means? Which of the following is the best statement for the nurse to state?: Remission is when there is a period of time where the manifestation of the disease subside.
having this procedure completed? The nurse knows that a diagnostic procedure is needed to:: To identify the disease which could include testing
on campus. The student nurses have been tasked with educating the community on secondary prevention. Which of the following could the students include: SELECT ALL THAT APPLY: 1. BMI, Body mass index Check
management. The client has their labs drawn and brings their blood sugar readings. This is known as what type of prevention check?: Tertiary prevention
student nurse what prognosis means. Which is the best response to the client?: The
prognosis is the likelihood of making a full recovery after treatment.
population as well as patterns in age, race, dietary habits, and lifestyles. This is known as:: Epidemiology
later, the nurse finds the following. Match the assessment findings with the correct terminology.: 1. The left leg is smaller than the right leg. Atrophy
due to excessive hormonal stimulation?: Endometrial hyperplasia
abdominal pain and vomiting. He was brought in by a co-worker who stated that he became more confused as the day went on. Which assessment finding indicates that a serum lead level is needed?: Dark line at the gum margins
Which of the following factors is most positively related to this high-risk profile?: History of breast cancer in family members
pathological exam of the surgically removed tissue sample placed Mrs. Turner's tumor in category type II. Characterizing and classifying tumors is important for which of the following reasons?: 1. Tumor staging is useful for studying the number of researchable factors, from survival to treatment response.
with breast tumors for statistical analysis.
who is 14 years old. John is a tall, outgoing, cheerful-appearing adolescent, who is nevertheless nervous about having his parents accompany him as they seek advice about his possible problems. Mr. and Mrs. Kim have no other children. John's penis and testicles are small for a 14-year-old. His testicles have not matured with puberty, and retain the appearance of those of a child. Mr. Kim says that John has gotten into trouble with school authorities over fighting with other boys in gym class and in the school hallways. This is a new problem during the current school year, but there have been other behavioral difficulties earlier in John's school career. "People make fun of me," John says. "I'm getting tired of it." On examination, it is noted that John's legs are exceptionally long in propor- tion to his trunk, which is s: What is the likely diagnosis for John? Klinefelter's syndrome What recommendations would be made for John and his parents? Male hormone treatment
Increased respirations Hypertension Overeating
of the following will be included in this discussion. Select all that apply: Hypertension Stroke Elevated heart rate
terial/cancer cells
mediated hypersensitivity that is causing glomerulonephritis. Which of the following nursing findings indicate a complication from this disorder?: In- adequate hourly urinary output
has developed more than how many of the 11 criteria?: 4
earache and hearing loss in the right ear. Assessment reveals a temperature of 101.2, low-set ears, a wide neck, and droopy eyelids. The patient reports a history of "kidney and heart problems" as well as "being born different." Based on these findings, what chromosomal disorder does this patient likely have?: Turner's syndrome
causes meningitis. This is an example of:: Primary prevention
teaches about the role of histamine. The nurse evaluates that the educa- tion has been effective when the patients make which response?: "Histamine dilates the vessels in the nose, so it is congested and stuffy."
vascular smooth muscle
membrane correctly describes cell lysis?: Cell rupture occurs due to the movement of too much water into the cell during osmosis
change in bowel habits
origin
cell death?: Free Radicals
fetus with a small square head, upward slanting eye shape, and low set ears. The nurse recognizes that these are findings are consistent with which of the following?: Trisomy 21 (Down's syndrome)
phagocytosis and enzymatic digestion.: Neutrophils
human immune deficiency virus (HIV)?: Always use standard precautions with all patients
developed by another human or animal?: Passive
signs/symptoms does this include?: Warmth Edema and swelling Loss of function Redness
therefore it provides protection against all invaders. (Example: Skin, Mucus membranes..): Innate
nurse knows that the cardinal sign of this condition is:: Anemia
chromosome?: Klinefelter's
process? Select all that apply: Fatigue Pain Nausea
disease (GERD) is caused by which of the following?: Chronic irritation and inflammation
role of pyrogens during innate immunity?: Pyrogens can cause mild fevers that cause the spleen and liver to remove iron from the blood that is needed for bacterial growth
disease in health individuals.: Opportunistic
diseases?: Infectious Diseases
the body. An example is donating blood before a procedure to use in the procedure (host and donor are the same).: Autologous
perfusion, and a cause of atrophy?: ischemia
abdominal discomfort. What level of prevention is this procedure?: Secondary
homeostasis?: The patient's insulin level increases after eating a candy bar in order to lower increased glucose levels.
benign lung tumor in a patient. Which of the following characteristics is associated with this patient's tumor?: The tumor will grow by expansion and is likely encapsulated, but it is unlikely to metastasize.
nurse knows that this is:: Increased reaction to an antigen that will lead to inflammation, which destroys healthy cells
human. The nurse understands that which type of transplant is nec- essary?: Allogenic
trolytes? Example: Sodium is excreted ---> is retained: Potassium
(PTH) and calcitonin.: Calcium
client which foods are high in iron. The nurse should include which foods in the discussion? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY: Spinach Liver Steak
concerned about which assessment finding?: Presence of Crackles in the Lungs
leukemia (ALL)
patient having a panic attack and breathing rapidly
Reed-Sternberg cells
(CBC)?: Red Blood Cells and Platelets
than the kidneys, but the response of the kidneys lasts longer.: True
patient admitted with vomiting and muscle weakness. Which of the following lab results does the nurse expect find on this patient?: Serum potassium level of 2. mEq/L
base balance does this patient have?: Metabolic Alkalosis
see?: muscle cramps and weakness
acid (H2CO3), and bicarbonate (HCO3) reacting with H2O, is called:- : Bicarbonate - carbonic acid system
select all that apply: Anasarca Periorbital edema Peripheral edema
imbalance?: Metabolic acidosis
the most likely calls for this electrolyte imbalance?: Renal failure
shallow at 6/MIN. Hint: he's holding onto CO2. Which of the following acid-base imbalances should the nurse identify the client as being at higher risk for developing?: Respiratory acidosis
with infectious mononucleosis?: Avoid contact sports to prevent rupture of the spleen
fluids (ICF). Therefore, water moves out of the cells.: True
her surgery. The nurse also notes that she has a positive trousseau's sign when her blood pressure is taken. It is most likely that this patient is experiencing which electrolyte imbalance?: Hypocalcemia
Which of the following are interventions that will be included in this patient's care? select all that apply: Dim the lights Bed in low position Ensure three side rails are up while the patient is in bed
an unorganized pattern and has a poor prognosis.: True
HCO3 mEq, PaCO2 37mmHg, and pH 7.30. The nurse recognizes the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances.: Metabolic acidosis
the .: Bone marrow, spleen
compartment, or ICF
tion of bicarbonate.: Diamox
experiencing? pH 7. PaCO2 25 HCO3 19: Respiratory alkalosis
as which of the following because fluid is not easily exchanged among the other extracellular fluids?: Third spacing
all that apply: Buffer, lungs, and kidneys
for non-nutrient substances such as ice and soil was discussed. Which statement by the student indicates that there is an understanding about this disorder?: The patient is experiencing pica that is a manifestation of iron-deficiency anemia.
: 0.9% sodium chloride.
fatigue, swollen, lymph nodes, and a low-grade fever. Which blood test would confirm her diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis?: An elevated total white blood cell count
should recognize that these indicate which of the following acid-base imbalances. ADD: Respiratory acidosis
patient should be further evaluated for which of the following disorders?- : Presence of inflammation, or infection
caused by a deficit of a factor with the same name that results in decreased platelet adhesion and aggregation. There are multiple types.: Von Willebrand's disease
False
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?: PaCO2 of 50
balance. The nurse should recognize that which of the following clients is at risk for metabolic acidosis?: A client who has diarrhea
membrane correctly describes cell lysis?: Bleeding precautions
of the following instruction should the nurse include? Select all that apply: Use an electric razor to shave Blow nose gently Brush teeth with a soft toothbrush
hemodialysis. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication the client is experiencing fluid overload?: The client has a 5 pound weight gain since yesterday
in the kidneys and stimulates the bone marrow stem cells.: Erythropoietin
light count is low at 9000. The nurse knows this Client is an increased risk for which condition?: Spontaneous bleeding
findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply: Moist crackles in the lungs Distended, neck veins Increased blood pressure
following information should the nurse include in the teaching?: Avoid large crowds, or gatherings
the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?- : Aplastic anemia results from decreased bone marrow production of all blood cells
having shortness of breath and swelling in his lower extremities. Upon assessment, the nurse notes that the client has crackles in his lungs and an elevated blood pressure. The nurse should expect which of the following based on the clients manifestations?: Hypervolemia
deficiency anemia. The nurse suggest that the client take their iron tablet with
to increase absorption.: Orange juice
of the following is a manifestation of hypovolemia?: Weak, thready pulse
excessive blood loss following surgery. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect from a patient with anemia?: fatigue
idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura or ITP. When reviewing the clients plan of care prior to caring for the client, the nurse should recognize that the priority concern and caring for the client is to monitor for what?: Bleeding
tolerate world fluids. Which of the following fluids is best for a client with gastroenteritis?: Oral rehydration solution such as Pedialyte
prothrombin time, or PT, assesses the effects of , while the partial thromboplastin time or PTT, assesses the effects of : Coumadin, heparin
crisis episode. Which of the following instruction should the nurse include in the teaching?: To prevent dehydration, offer fluids to your child multiple times a day
volume increase. Which of the following provides the most reliable measure of fluid retention?: Daily weight
bicarbonate
phine, oxygen, nitroglycerin, & aspirin
more arteries supply it to meet its increased need for oxygen?: Left ventricle
diameter is the:: Tunica media
fingertips, especially when she experiences cold temperatures. She states that the tips become pale, turn a bluish color, and then become very painful. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?: Raynaud phenomenon
atherosclerosis and notes elevated cholesterol levels. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the nurse should plan follow up teaching on a low cholesterol diet?: I will eat two eggs and bacon for breakfast every day
ment, finding when caring for the patient at risk for hypovolemic shock?: De- creased urine output
ment finding alerts the nurse, to the probability of anaphylactic shock, as opposed to other types of shock?: Difficulty breathing
Superior vena cava/inferior, vena cava, right atrium, bicuspid valve, right, ven- tricle, pulmonic valve, pulmonary artery, lungs, pulmonary veins, left atrium, tricuspid valve, left, ventricle, aortic valve, and aorta: False
circulation, plays a role in immunity, and includes the lymph nodes, tonsils and .:
Spleen
cardiac output, increase, cardiac workload, hypertrophy, and dilation.: Regur- gitation
cardiomyopathy, but it is endemic in parts of south and Central America, India, Asia, and Africa.: True
nerve stimulus is called the property of:: Automaticity
fications may help improve a patient's condition? Select all that apply.: Fluid restriction Weight reduction Tobacco cessation
Fusiform aneurysm
likely to travel to which location of the body and cause severe damage?- : Lungs
been diagnosed with hyper lipidemia. What does the best instruction include?: High density lipoprotein is called good cholesterol because it removes the bad cholesterol or LDL from your body
pump. What is the equation used to express cardiac output?: CO = stroke volume X heart rate
hypertrophy, dilation, and impaired, pumping with heart, enlargement and thinning
walls?: Dilated
strating right, lower leg, discoloration with edema, pain, tenderness, and increased warmth in the mid calf area. The patient has many of these mani- festations, which of the following could this be?: Deep vein thrombosis
suspected acute myocardial infarction. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find for a client experiencing an acute MI? Select all that apply.: Tachycardia Nausea Diaphoresis
following should the nurse recognize as expected finding?: Oliguria
vascular manifestations?: Left ventricular hypertrophy
heart to the lungs?: Pulmonary artery
difficulty breathing. The patient's diagnosis is left heart failure. He ask you how difficulty breathing could be a heart problem. What is the nurses best response?: The left side of your heart has weakened and blood has backed up into your lungs
should teach the patient that the best way to monitor for fluid accumulation is to perform which of the following?: Weighing every day at the same time with the same type of clothing
the heart. He has also told that the bacteria has invaded his heart valves. What term is
used for this disease process?: Infective endocarditis
affect controls : Strength of contraction
following letter designations represents atrial depolarization?: P-wave
: It leads to excretion of excessive amounts of salt and water by the kidneys
usually results from noncompliance with prescribed antihypertensive med- ication is called what?: Malignant, hypertension
intrinsic rate of 60 to 100 bpm.: Sinoatrial or SA
chemotherapy agents such as doxorubicin?: Dilated cardiomyopathy
which of the following? Select all the apply.: Endothelial injury Increased coagulopathy Sluggish blood flow
following manifestations is the priority for the nurse to monitor?: Dyspnea
right sided heart failure?: My legs are swollen and my shoes are getting really tight.
What is the best response?: Hypertension causes resistance in your blood vessels, or afterload, so your heart works harder, and weakens.
legs
for developing left sided heart failure. Which of the following manifestations should alert the nurse the client is developing left sided heart failure?: Lung crackles
statement is correct about systole?: Ventricles contract, and blood is ejected from the heart
ment?: Immobility
and massive bleeding
ventricle?: Aorta
infarction?: Cardiac enzymes leak from the damage muscle fibers into the blood- stream
from the shoulder down to the fingers, with nonpitting edema. The right arm is normal. The patient had a left-sided mastectomy one year ago. Which of the following does the nurse suspect is the problem?: Lymphedema
medical condition?: Cardiac tamponade
Peripheral vascular resistance
What does the T-wave on the ECG represent?: Repolarization of the ventricles
cardiovascular disease. Which of the following should the nurse includes as a modifiable risk factor?: Cigarette Smoking