WGU Pathophysiology D236 Exam 4
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Describe how your body responds to T cells produce cytokines, which stimulate B cells. B cells
an infection. produce antibodies.
Identify role of DNA changes in congenital Mutations in genes or chromosomal abnormalities
abnormalities.
How does development disrupts congenital Alterations of DNA
abnormalities?
Describes factors that disrupt homeostasis (ex) Fluid and electrolyte shifts can cause n/v or dysrhythmias.
and how disruptions affect wellbeing.
Explain RAAS Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
1. Reduce blood flow causes kidneys to release renin
> produce angiotensin I > converts angiotensin I to
angiotensin II > vasoconstriction > release aldosterone >
kidneys conserve sodium and water > Result less water lost in
urine and blood pressure maintained.
DKA increased anion gap, decreased HCO3
How do kidneys compensate for alkalosis retain H and excrete HCO3
Untreated acidosis leads to an increase in Potassium
which electrolyte?
West Nile Virus Transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Severe
signs and symptoms; high fever, headache and stiff neck
Lyme disease Tick-borne disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia
burgdorferi.
, Erythema infectiosum a febrile upper respiratory illness in a child followed by the
sudden appearance of red, flushed cheeks, "fifth disease"
Obesity ad diabetes are risk factors Spina bifida
for having a child with _.
Trousseau's sign arm/carpal spasm associated with hypocalcemia
Cause and sign of spina bifida results from failure of neural tube to close. sign - fluid filled
sac on lower back.
hemophilia is more common in males
Prenatal exposure to alcohol includes ND-PAE, decreased brain function, FAS
Study Questions: Nursing Practice
Revie 2026/2027 – Questions
and Answers | 100% Verified |
Detailed Rationales – Pass
Guaranteed – Already Graded
A+ |
Terms in this set (150)
Describe how your body responds to T cells produce cytokines, which stimulate B cells. B cells
an infection. produce antibodies.
Identify role of DNA changes in congenital Mutations in genes or chromosomal abnormalities
abnormalities.
How does development disrupts congenital Alterations of DNA
abnormalities?
Describes factors that disrupt homeostasis (ex) Fluid and electrolyte shifts can cause n/v or dysrhythmias.
and how disruptions affect wellbeing.
Explain RAAS Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
1. Reduce blood flow causes kidneys to release renin
> produce angiotensin I > converts angiotensin I to
angiotensin II > vasoconstriction > release aldosterone >
kidneys conserve sodium and water > Result less water lost in
urine and blood pressure maintained.
DKA increased anion gap, decreased HCO3
How do kidneys compensate for alkalosis retain H and excrete HCO3
Untreated acidosis leads to an increase in Potassium
which electrolyte?
West Nile Virus Transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Severe
signs and symptoms; high fever, headache and stiff neck
Lyme disease Tick-borne disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia
burgdorferi.
, Erythema infectiosum a febrile upper respiratory illness in a child followed by the
sudden appearance of red, flushed cheeks, "fifth disease"
Obesity ad diabetes are risk factors Spina bifida
for having a child with _.
Trousseau's sign arm/carpal spasm associated with hypocalcemia
Cause and sign of spina bifida results from failure of neural tube to close. sign - fluid filled
sac on lower back.
hemophilia is more common in males
Prenatal exposure to alcohol includes ND-PAE, decreased brain function, FAS
