NR 507 ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL
EXAM REVIEW GUIDE CAREFULLY SELECTED
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2026
Academic Integrity Policy ANSWER >> Guidelines for maintaining ethical academic
conduct.
Examplify ANSWER >> Software used for secure online testing.
Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) ANSWER >> Muscle preventing gastric acid reflux
into esophagus.
Hiatal Hernia ANSWER >> Displacement of stomach through diaphragm into thorax.
Esophageal Motility Disorders ANSWER >> Conditions affecting esophageal muscle
contractions and movement.
Heartburn ANSWER >> Burning sensation in chest due to acid reflux.
Regurgitation ANSWER >> Return of stomach contents into the mouth.
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, Dysphagia ANSWER >> Difficulty swallowing food or liquids.
Chest Pain ANSWER >> Discomfort that may mimic cardiac issues.
GERD Treatment ANSWER >> Includes lifestyle changes and medications like PPIs.
Warning Signs of GERD ANSWER >> Symptoms indicating potential serious
complications of GERD.
Appendicitis Pathophysiology ANSWER >> Obstruction leading to inflammation and
potential perforation.
Periumbilical Pain ANSWER >> Visceral pain from appendix distention.
RLQ Pain ANSWER >> Localized pain in right lower quadrant due to inflammation.
Leukocytosis ANSWER >> Increased white blood cells indicating infection or
inflammation.
C-reactive Protein ANSWER >> Marker indicating systemic inflammation in the body.
Appendectomy ANSWER >> Surgical removal of the appendix.
Hiatal Hernia Risk Factors ANSWER >> Includes aging, obesity, and increased
abdominal pressure.
Duodenal Ulcer ANSWER >> Ulceration in the duodenum often caused by H. pylori.
Proton Pump Inhibitors ANSWER >> Medications reducing stomach acid production.
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EXAM REVIEW GUIDE CAREFULLY SELECTED
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2026
Academic Integrity Policy ANSWER >> Guidelines for maintaining ethical academic
conduct.
Examplify ANSWER >> Software used for secure online testing.
Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) ANSWER >> Muscle preventing gastric acid reflux
into esophagus.
Hiatal Hernia ANSWER >> Displacement of stomach through diaphragm into thorax.
Esophageal Motility Disorders ANSWER >> Conditions affecting esophageal muscle
contractions and movement.
Heartburn ANSWER >> Burning sensation in chest due to acid reflux.
Regurgitation ANSWER >> Return of stomach contents into the mouth.
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, Dysphagia ANSWER >> Difficulty swallowing food or liquids.
Chest Pain ANSWER >> Discomfort that may mimic cardiac issues.
GERD Treatment ANSWER >> Includes lifestyle changes and medications like PPIs.
Warning Signs of GERD ANSWER >> Symptoms indicating potential serious
complications of GERD.
Appendicitis Pathophysiology ANSWER >> Obstruction leading to inflammation and
potential perforation.
Periumbilical Pain ANSWER >> Visceral pain from appendix distention.
RLQ Pain ANSWER >> Localized pain in right lower quadrant due to inflammation.
Leukocytosis ANSWER >> Increased white blood cells indicating infection or
inflammation.
C-reactive Protein ANSWER >> Marker indicating systemic inflammation in the body.
Appendectomy ANSWER >> Surgical removal of the appendix.
Hiatal Hernia Risk Factors ANSWER >> Includes aging, obesity, and increased
abdominal pressure.
Duodenal Ulcer ANSWER >> Ulceration in the duodenum often caused by H. pylori.
Proton Pump Inhibitors ANSWER >> Medications reducing stomach acid production.
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