Final Exam: NR507 / NR 507 (Latest 2026 / 2027) Advanced Pathophysiology | 100% Correct Questions and Answers - Chamberlain

Final Exam: NR507 / NR 507
(Latest )
Advanced Pathophysiology | 100%
Correct Questions and Answers -
Chamberlain


Question:
What are the phases of schizophrenia and their characteristics
Answer:


Prodromal: gradual onset of vague, usually nonspecific symptoms
(changes in thoughts or perceptions)


Active: emergence of prominent psychotic symptoms, usually requiring
hospitalization


Residual: intensity decreases but milder symptoms still persist

,Question:
Schizophrenia treatment
Answer:
pharm: atypical antidepressants target dopamine receptors (2nd gen
preferred due to decreased side effect profile)
CBT
family therapy
social skills training




Question:
GERD patho
Answer:
decreased tone in lower esophageal sphincter
disrupted peristalsis delays gastric emptying
delayed gastric emptying extends period reflux can occur and increases
acidity of chyme




Question:
GERD clinical manifestations - typical
Answer:
heartburn (pyrosis), odynophagia and regurgitation

,Question:
GERD clinical manifestations - atypical
Answer:


chronic cough s/t irritation fo airways
asthma exacerbation
laryngitis
sinusitis




Question:
GERD clinical manifestations - association symptoms
Answer:


upper abd pain within 1 hr of eating
dysphagia d/t feelings of food getting stuck
belching and flatulence
worsening of symptoms when supine

, Question:
GERD pharmacological management
Answer:


antacids - elevate pH, inactivate pepsin, relieve pain
PPI
H2 Blockers
prokinetic agents: increase gastric motility




Question:
Esophageal Stricture Risk Factors
Answer:


GERD
esophagitis d/t infection, medication, autoimmune
ingestion of caustic substances
radiation therapy