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NUR 2063 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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Explain hepatic encephalopathy?


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neuropsychiatric syndrome from too much ammonia in the blood as the
liver cannot break it down. results in dementia and psychotic symptoms
common along with jerking

,What is a nephron(s)?


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they are in the kidney and helps to filter blood and remove waste products




What type of disorder is type 2 diabetes


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insulin resistant because over time the cells desensitize to insulin or
receptor numbers decrease on the cells




What does it mean when one has ketones in their urine?


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they have type 1 diabetes




What is a classic symptom of a glomerularnephorpathy?


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proteinuria; when protein spills into the urine

,What are the complications of having a uterine prolapse?


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the uterus becoming dried out and not sterile, prone to infection




What is nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome?


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severe hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetics that is usually untreated, without
ketones




When does acromegaly occur during the life span


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adulthood, after fuseing of growth plates




What is the pathophysiology behind diabetes insipidus?


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, Results in the kidneys being unable to retain water in the body and a lot of
urine output that is dilute. Extreme thirst. Lack of water leads to
dehydration. Can be caused by trauma to the head




What is the pathophysiology behind dwarfism?


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It causes short stature, hypoglycemia, delayed dental eruption, thin hair,
poor nail growth, greater fat mass, decreased muscle mass, and delayed
bone formation and puberty. is congenital or idiopathic




What are the signs and symptoms of post infectious acute glomerulonephritis?


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Smoky or coffee colored urine, proteinuria, edema as they cannot urinate,
decreased output




What age group is most affected by post infectious acute glomerulonephritis?


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children in developing countries




What are the signs and symptoms of acute kidney injury?
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