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Prepare for NURS 5315 UTA Exam 2 with a comprehensive Advanced Pathophysiology Study Guide focused on reviewing important course concepts and strengthening exam preparation. This resource provides an organized approach to studying advanced pathophysiology topics, terminology, disease mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and related nursing concepts. Ideal for NURS 5315 students, this study guide can support focused review, concept reinforcement, practice preparation, and assessment readiness. Use it alongside your course materials to build a stronger understanding of advanced pathophysiology and prepare systematically for UTA Exam 2.

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NURS 5315 UTA Exam 2 _ Advanced Pathophysiology
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Mast cell


Cellular bags of granules located in loose connective tisssue close to blood vessels.
Activation initiates inflammatory process.


Histamine


Causes vasodilation, increases vascular permeability, increases blood flow to the site of
injury- causes erythema and swelling.



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Cytokines


Soluble factors that contribute to the regulation of innate or adaptive resistance by affecting
other neighboring cells. Can be pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory. Can react quickly or
be more delayed.


Leukotrines


Released when mast cells degranulate, prolong the inflammatory process. Cause
vasodilation, attract neutrophils, monocytes, and eosinophils.target of inhibition for singular.



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Prostaglandins


Released when mast cells degranulate, are produced by the arachidonic pathway. Cause
vasodilation, platelet aggregation at site of injury, pain, and fever.


Chemotactic factors


Biochemical substance that attracts leukocyte to the site of inflammation


Neutrophils


Predominant leukocyte at work during the early stages of acute inflammation


Monocytes


Become macrophages when entering the tissue, responsible for presenting antigens to the
CD4 cell which triggers T-cell immunity and B-cell immunity.
Releases additional cytokines IL1, IL6, TNF.

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