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Comprehensive NSG 3850 Exam 4 study resource for Pathophysiology for Nurses II at Galen College of Nursing. Includes practice questions, verified answers, rationales, and review material covering gastrointestinal, hepatic, endocrine, thyroid, adrenal, and metabolic disorders. Designed to help nursing students prepare for exams by reinforcing key pathophysiology concepts, clinical manifestations, diagnostic findings, and nursing implications. Based on topics commonly reviewed in NSG 3850 Exam 4 study guides and practice materials.

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,1. Which part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is involved in the production of protective
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mucus?
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A. Goblet cells q




B. Mast cells
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C. Fibroblasts
D. Alveolar macrophagesq




Correct Answer: A
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Rationale: Goblet cells are specialized epithelial cells that secrete mucus to protect
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q and lubricate the GI tract lining.
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,2. The nurse is assessing a client who reports nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and
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q discomfort. The nurse finds that the abdomen is firm and peristalsis is visible. The
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q laboratory reports show electrolyte imbalances. Which condition does the nurse
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q anticipate?
A. Pyloric stenosis q




B. Volvulus
C. Cystic fibrosis q




D. Duodenal atresia q




Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: Visible peristalsis, firm abdomen, and electrolyte imbalances suggest a bowel
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obstruction such as volvulus, where the bowel twists on itself.
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3. The nurse is reviewing portal hypertension. Which statement indicates need for
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A. "Portal hypertension increases the risk of hepatic encephalopathy."
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B. "Portal hypertension results in the development of ascites."
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C. "Portal hypertension causes coagulation abnormalities."
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D. "Portal hypertension leads to the formation of esophageal varices."
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Correct Answer: C
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Rationale: Coagulation abnormalities in liver disease are due to impaired synthesis of
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q clotting factors, not directly caused by portal hypertension.
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4. Older adult with abdominal cramping, distention, no bowel movement. X-ray shows
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distended colon with loops superior to obstruction. Which treatment?
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A. Immediate endotracheal intubation q q




B. Placement of a nasogastric tube q q q q




C. Administration of IV diuretic q q q




D. Administration of IV hydrocortisone q q q




Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: NG tube decompresses the bowel, relieving pressure and preventing further
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5. Client with depression and Parkinson's disease prescribed fluoxetine. Which
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B. Serotonin syndrome q




C. Stevens-Johnson syndrome q




D. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome q q




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Rationale: Combining fluoxetine (SSRI) with Parkinson's medications (e.g., MAO-B
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inhibitors, dopaminergics) increases risk of serotonin syndrome.
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6. Which are true about ion channel disorders (channelopathies)? Select all that apply.
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D. Always fatal at birth q q q




Correct Answers: A, B, C
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Rationale: Channelopathies can be genetic (mutations), have intermittent symptoms
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(e.g., periodic paralysis), and can be autoimmune (e.g., Lambert-Eaton).
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7. Which statements about OCD indicate effective learning?
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A. "The client with OCD may wash his or her hands frequently."
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B. "The client with OCD may not touch objects that are used by others."
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C. "The client with OCD may check his or her phone repeatedly to make sure
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D. "OCD clients never repeat actions."
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Correct Answers: A, B, C
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Rationale: Handwashing, avoidance of shared objects, and repeated checking are
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