Latest Updated 2023 NR 545 Pathophysiology Exam With Perfect Solutions
A. These are chemical messengers that may be classified by action, source, or
... [Show More] chemical structure. Hormones
B. These two body systems work together to regulate metabolic activities. Endocrine and Neuro
C. A harmless microbe that is normally resident in the intestine. E-coli
D. This is the mechanism of action of tamsulosin when treating benign prostatic hypertrophy. Alpha 1 blocker – bladder relaxation
E. This condition is concerning in a client who has had pyelonephritis and subsequent scarring – chronic renal failure
F. This test is inexpensive and most reliable test for Helicobacter pylori – Breath test or Stool H. Pylori
G. This organ structure produces and secretes bile to emulsify fats - liver
H. This is the most common cause of hyperaldosteronism – tumor adrenal gland or pheo
I. This condition causes an opacity on the lens and decreased visual acuity - cataract
J. In male clients, this bacteria is the most causative agent - E-coli UTI?
K. The MOA of beta blockers in clients with heart failure – reduce myocardial workload
L. This is indicative of the leakage of albumin into the filtrate due to inflammation and increased capillary permeability
APSGN – acute post-streptococcal GN
M. This lab results indicates a failure to excrete nitrogen wastes due to decreased GFR – BUN and Serum Creatinine
N. Most common cause of hyperaldosteronism?
Noncancerous (benign) tumor of the adrenal gland
Pheochromocytoma
O. This medication class is contraindicated in heart failure due to risk of fluid retention - CCB
P. This bacteria category is most commonly associated with Urinary tract infections -
E-coli (gram negative) produces nitrites in urine
Urine WBC 95% sensitivity
Urine Leukocyte esterase 60-90% sensitivity
Q. This area is the most common site for epistaxis to occur – Kiesselbach’s plexus
R. This class of medication binds to specific receptors on beta cells in the pancreas to stimulate the release of insulin – Sulfonylureas and Meglitinides
S. This acute situation in a patient with uncontrolled hyperthyroidism is usually precipitated by infection or surgery. It is life threatening because of the resulting hyperthermia, tachycardia, and heart failure and delirium. Thyrotoxicosis
T. This physical exam maneuver is completed by instructing the client to lift the right leg against gentle pressure applied by the examiner to help indicate acute appendicitis - Psoas [Show Less]