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This Test Bank for Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse 2nd Edition by Lucie D. Lugasch and Lachel Story provides a comprehensive collection of exam-style questions covering all chapters of the textbook. Designed for students in advanced practice nursing, nurse practitioner, and graduate nursing programs, it reinforces understanding of disease processes and clinical application of pathophysiology. The material covers cellular pathology, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine, neurological, musculoskeletal, immune, and hematologic disorders, with emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment considerations for advanced practice nurses. Ideal for exam preparation, clinical case review, self-assessment, and reinforcing critical pathophysiology concepts, this test bank helps APN students apply theory to real-world patient care and clinical decision-making.

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,Table of content
Chapter 1 Cellular Function
Chapter 2 Immunity
Chapter 3 Hematopoietic Function
Chapter 4 Cardiovascular Function
Chapter 5 Pulmonary Function
Chapter 6 Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
Chapter 7 Urinary Function
Chapter 8 Reproductive Function
Chapter 9 Gastrointestinal Function
Chapter 10 Endocrine Function
Chapter 11 Neural Function
Chapter 12 Musculoskeletal Function
Chapter 13 Integumentary Function
Chapter 14 Sensory Function

,Test Bank: Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse 2nd Edition
Dlugasch Story
Chapter 1 Cellular Function


1. The nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of the
cell.

A) is the site of protein synthesis

B) contains the genetic code

C) transforms cellular energy

D) initiates aerobic metabolism


2. Although energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power
plants of the cell because they:

A) contain RNA for protein synthesis.

B) utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy.

C) extract energy from organic compounds.

D) store calcium bonds for muscle contractions.


3. Although the basic structure of the cell plasma membrane is formed by a
lipid bilayer, most of the specific membrane functions are carried out by:

A) bound and transmembrane proteins.

B) complex, long carbohydrate chains.

C) surface antigens and hormone receptors.

D) a gating system of selective ion channels.


4. To effectively relay signals, cell-to-cell communication utilizes chemical
messenger systems that:

A) displace surface receptor proteins.

, B) accumulate within cell gap junctions.

C) bind to contractile microfilaments.

D) release secretions into extracellular fluid.


5. Aerobic metabolism, also known as oxidative metabolism, provides energy
by:

A) removing the phosphate bonds from ATP.

B) combining hydrogen and oxygen to form water.

C) activating pyruvate stored in the cytoplasm.

D) breaking down glucose to form lactic acid.


6. Exocytosis, the reverse of endocytosis, is important in into the
extracellular fluid.

A) Engulfing and ingesting fluid and proteins for transport

B) Killing, degrading, and dissolving harmful microorganisms

C) Removing cellular debris and releasing synthesized substances

D) Destruction of particles by lysosomal enzymes for secretion


7. The process responsible for generating and conducting membrane potentials
is:

A) diffusion of current-carrying ions.

B) millivoltage of electrical potential.

C) polarization of charged particles.

D) ion channel neurotransmission.


8. Epithelial tissues are classified according to the shape of the cells and the number
of layers. Which of the following is a correctly matched description and type of
epithelial tissue?

A) Simple epithelium: cells in contact with intercellular matrix; some do not
extend to surface

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