Exam 2(v2): NSG 3850 / NSG3850 (Latest 2026 / 2027) Pathophysiology for Nurses II | 100% Correct Questions & Answers - Galen

Exam 2(v2): NSG 3850 / NSG3850


Pathophysiology for Nurses II


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Question:
_________ will result in increased LDL lipoprotein cholesterol &
triglycerides
Answer:
Nicotine

,Question:
Smoking affects the lining of blood vessels in a way that increases the risk
of ____________________
Answer:
thrombus formation




Question:
Myocardial oxygen supply is decreased r/t _____________ that occur r/t
smoking/nicotine
Answer:
Vasospasms




Question:
Hypertensive emergency manifestations
Answer:
None/Silent killer
If uncontrolled, can lead to CAD, renal failure, stroke, angina, MI
Warning S/S
Headache
Persistent nosebleed
Chest pain
Palpitation

,Question:
People at risk for hypertensive emergencies
Answer:
African Americans
Males




Question:
Compensatory mechanisms for low blood pressure
Answer:
CO will increase and redistribute volume
Vasoconstriction of peripheral vessels to increase BP




Question:
White fingertips - cyanosis - red from reactive hyperemia
Pain and numbness caused by affects local nerve function
At increased capillary pressure & edema
Answer:
Manifestation of Raynaud’s syndrome

, Question:
Manifestations of Buerger's disease
Answer:


Cool to touch
Decreased hair growth
Dry, thin, glossy skin
Diminished or absent pulses
Sharp stabbing pain
Ulcer




Question:
Manifestations of acute peripheral arterial occlusion
Answer:


Cool or cold to touch
Decreased or absent hair growth
Dry, thin, glossy appearance
Thickened nails
Pallor when elevated, rubor when dependent
Diminished or absent pulses