NURS 631
NUR 631 Actual Midterm Study Guide
Exam 2 2026
Hypoglycemia, followed by rebound hyperglycemia, is observed in those with what? -
ANSWER-Somogyi Effect
What organic compound facilitates transportation across cell membranes by acting as
receptors, transport channels for electrolytes, and enzymes to drive active pumps? -
ANSWER-Proteins
Which structure prevents water-soluble molecules from entering cells across the plasma
membrane? - ANSWER-Lipid bilayer
A student asks for an explanation of the absolute refractory period of the action
potential. What response by the professor is best? - ANSWER-No stimulus is able to
evoke another response at this time
The movement of fluid across the arterial end of capillary membranes into the interstitial
fluid surrounding the capillary is an example of which fluid movement process? -
ANSWER-Hydrostatic pressure
Which type of cell adaptation occurs when normal columnar ciliated epithelial cells of
the bronchial lining have been replaced by stratified squamous epithelial cells? -
ANSWER-Metaplasia
The mammary glands enlarge during pregnancy primarily as a consequence of what
hormonal process? - ANSWER-Hyperplasia
A patient suffered multiple traumatic injuries and received many blood transfusions
within a few days of the injuries. For which medical condition should the healthcare
professional monitor the patient for? - ANSWER-Hemosiderosis
A patient has a serum sodium level of 165 mEq/L. The healthcare professional explains
that the clinical manifestations of confusion, convulsions, cerebral hemorrhage, and
coma are caused by what mechanism? - ANSWER-High sodium in the blood vessels
pulls water out of the brain cells into the blood vessels, causing brain cells to shrink.
(water follows salt)
A patient's blood gases reveal the following findings: pH 7.3, bicarbonate 27, and
carbon dioxide 58. What is the interpretation of these gases? - ANSWER-Respiratory
acidosis
NURS 631
NUR 631 Actual Midterm Study Guide
Exam 2 2026
Hypoglycemia, followed by rebound hyperglycemia, is observed in those with what? -
ANSWER-Somogyi Effect
What organic compound facilitates transportation across cell membranes by acting as
receptors, transport channels for electrolytes, and enzymes to drive active pumps? -
ANSWER-Proteins
Which structure prevents water-soluble molecules from entering cells across the plasma
membrane? - ANSWER-Lipid bilayer
A student asks for an explanation of the absolute refractory period of the action
potential. What response by the professor is best? - ANSWER-No stimulus is able to
evoke another response at this time
The movement of fluid across the arterial end of capillary membranes into the interstitial
fluid surrounding the capillary is an example of which fluid movement process? -
ANSWER-Hydrostatic pressure
Which type of cell adaptation occurs when normal columnar ciliated epithelial cells of
the bronchial lining have been replaced by stratified squamous epithelial cells? -
ANSWER-Metaplasia
The mammary glands enlarge during pregnancy primarily as a consequence of what
hormonal process? - ANSWER-Hyperplasia
A patient suffered multiple traumatic injuries and received many blood transfusions
within a few days of the injuries. For which medical condition should the healthcare
professional monitor the patient for? - ANSWER-Hemosiderosis
A patient has a serum sodium level of 165 mEq/L. The healthcare professional explains
that the clinical manifestations of confusion, convulsions, cerebral hemorrhage, and
coma are caused by what mechanism? - ANSWER-High sodium in the blood vessels
pulls water out of the brain cells into the blood vessels, causing brain cells to shrink.
(water follows salt)
A patient's blood gases reveal the following findings: pH 7.3, bicarbonate 27, and
carbon dioxide 58. What is the interpretation of these gases? - ANSWER-Respiratory
acidosis
NURS 631
