NACC Test prep
A "myocardial infarction" is also known as a: - ANS-Heart attack
a diabetic will have a diet restricted in - ANS-sugar and calories
a network of capillaries found in the nephrons of the kidneys are called: - ANS-glomerulus
A stable state within the body is known as: - ANS-homeostasis
An illness brought on by allergies, exertion, cold air or stress and resulting in constriction of
the bronchi is: - ANS-Asthma
an older adult has cold feet. you should: - ANS-light exercise, elevate legs slightly,
compression socks
Aveoli that lose their elasticity and a barrel chest are signs of a disease called -
ANS-Emphysema
Breathing out is called - ANS-Expiration
Canadian charter of rights and freedom - ANS-right to vote, belong to
organizations/religions, to speak and move in/out of Canada
Congestive heart failure is death of heart tissue caused by lack of oxygen - ANS-False
Diabetes is a _______________ disorder - ANS-Endocrin system disorder
due to the fragile skin condition of most elderly clients, the most common skin injury is -
ANS-skin tears
function of the kidney is to - ANS-filter waste products from the blood, regulate blood
pressure, control the amount of fluid an electrolyte retained or excreted from the body
Hormones from the _____________ regulates the activitys of the male and female
reproductive systems - ANS-testes, ovaries
Insulin is required for the breakdown of - ANS-glucose
Is a valve a blood vessel? - ANS-No
major structures of the urinary system are: - ANS-kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra
Medically, the throat is known as the: - ANS-Pharynx
one filtration unit of the kidney is a - ANS-nephron
open areas caused by failure to frequently reposition an immobile client are called: -
ANS-pressure sores, decubitus ulcers, bed sores
peristalsis is - ANS-the rhythmic, muscular movement that pushes the food through the
stomach and intestines
t or f
blood vessels, nerves, sweat and oil glands are found in the epidermis - ANS-false
T or f
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is defined as a persistent lung disorder that blocks
the airways and makes breathing difficult - ANS-True
t or f
clients that have osteoporosis have an increased risk for fracture - ANS-true
T or f
Complications of hypertension include stroke, heart attack, kidney failure and blindness -
ANS-True
T or F
A "myocardial infarction" is also known as a: - ANS-Heart attack
a diabetic will have a diet restricted in - ANS-sugar and calories
a network of capillaries found in the nephrons of the kidneys are called: - ANS-glomerulus
A stable state within the body is known as: - ANS-homeostasis
An illness brought on by allergies, exertion, cold air or stress and resulting in constriction of
the bronchi is: - ANS-Asthma
an older adult has cold feet. you should: - ANS-light exercise, elevate legs slightly,
compression socks
Aveoli that lose their elasticity and a barrel chest are signs of a disease called -
ANS-Emphysema
Breathing out is called - ANS-Expiration
Canadian charter of rights and freedom - ANS-right to vote, belong to
organizations/religions, to speak and move in/out of Canada
Congestive heart failure is death of heart tissue caused by lack of oxygen - ANS-False
Diabetes is a _______________ disorder - ANS-Endocrin system disorder
due to the fragile skin condition of most elderly clients, the most common skin injury is -
ANS-skin tears
function of the kidney is to - ANS-filter waste products from the blood, regulate blood
pressure, control the amount of fluid an electrolyte retained or excreted from the body
Hormones from the _____________ regulates the activitys of the male and female
reproductive systems - ANS-testes, ovaries
Insulin is required for the breakdown of - ANS-glucose
Is a valve a blood vessel? - ANS-No
major structures of the urinary system are: - ANS-kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra
Medically, the throat is known as the: - ANS-Pharynx
one filtration unit of the kidney is a - ANS-nephron
open areas caused by failure to frequently reposition an immobile client are called: -
ANS-pressure sores, decubitus ulcers, bed sores
peristalsis is - ANS-the rhythmic, muscular movement that pushes the food through the
stomach and intestines
t or f
blood vessels, nerves, sweat and oil glands are found in the epidermis - ANS-false
T or f
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is defined as a persistent lung disorder that blocks
the airways and makes breathing difficult - ANS-True
t or f
clients that have osteoporosis have an increased risk for fracture - ANS-true
T or f
Complications of hypertension include stroke, heart attack, kidney failure and blindness -
ANS-True
T or F
