NUR2063 ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 2
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HIGH-YIELD CONCEPTS
1. Hormone release is controlled through...
feedback
negative feedback
positive feedback
down regulation
2. Describe the potential causes of amenorrhea and how it may impact a
patient's health.
Amenorrhea is a condition that only affects women over 40 years old.
Amenorrhea can be caused by hormonal imbalances, stress,
excessive exercise, or underlying health conditions, impacting
reproductive health and overall well-being.
Amenorrhea is solely caused by genetic factors and has no impact on
health.
Amenorrhea is caused by an increase in menstrual flow.
3. If a patient presents with amenorrhea and a history of significant weight loss
and stress, what would be the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
Immediately refer the patient for surgery.
Prescribe hormonal therapy without further assessment.
Ignore the symptoms as they are not significant.
Assess the patient's nutritional status and stress levels.
,4. Type II diabetes is characterized as:
A disease state in which the body produces too much insulin
A disease state in which cells become insulin resistance
A disease state in which insulin is no longer produced
A disease state in which insulin is produced, but it is defective
5. Describe the condition of polyuria and its potential implications for patient
health.
Polyuria is a condition characterized by excessive urination, which
can indicate underlying health issues such as diabetes or kidney
disorders.
Polyuria is the presence of blood in the urine, indicating possible
infection.
Polyuria refers to a decrease in urine output, often associated with
dehydration.
Polyuria is a condition where urine production is normal but the
frequency of urination is increased.
6. Describe the clinical significance of metrorrhagia in relation to women's
health.
Metrorrhagia can indicate underlying health issues such as
hormonal imbalances or uterine abnormalities.
Metrorrhagia is unrelated to hormonal health.
Metrorrhagia is a normal variation in menstrual cycles.
Metrorrhagia is only a concern during pregnancy.
,7. Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of post-streptococcal
glomerulonephritis?
Polyuria
Dark urine
Painful urination
Light yellow urine
8. A patient presents with symptoms of excessive thirst and frequent urination. If
diagnosed with diabetes insipidus, what treatment approach should be
considered?
Thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Insulin therapy to control blood sugar levels.
Increased fluid intake to manage dehydration.
Administration of desmopressin to replace the missing antidiuretic
hormone.
9. Which of the following would likely be the result of a renal calculus moving
into the left ureter and obstructing flow?
mild flank pain on the affected side
immediate cessation of urine production
hydronephrosis in both kidneys
an attack of renal colic
10. What is a common disease that can lead to jaundice due to liver
dysfunction?
Hepatitis
, Diabetes
Gastritis
Thyroid disorder
11. A 10-year-old child is experiencing enuresis and is feeling anxious about
sleepovers. As a nurse, what would be an appropriate intervention to
support the child?
Recommend the child avoid drinking fluids before bedtime without
further assessment.
Suggest medication immediately without exploring non-
pharmacological options.
Educate the child and parents about enuresis and suggest
behavioral strategies to manage the condition.
Advise the child to wear protective garments without discussing the
condition.
12. What is the main underlying issue in diabetes insipidus?
Decreased kidney function
Increased glucose levels
Excessive insulin production
Insufficient production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
13. What is a common laboratory finding associated with primary
hypothyroidism?
Increased T4 levels
Decreased T3 levels
Normal TSH levels
RASMUSSEN 2026/2027 | COMPLETE EXAM PREP STUDY
GUIDE | PRACTICE QUESTIONS & CORRECT ANSWERS |
HIGH-YIELD CONCEPTS
1. Hormone release is controlled through...
feedback
negative feedback
positive feedback
down regulation
2. Describe the potential causes of amenorrhea and how it may impact a
patient's health.
Amenorrhea is a condition that only affects women over 40 years old.
Amenorrhea can be caused by hormonal imbalances, stress,
excessive exercise, or underlying health conditions, impacting
reproductive health and overall well-being.
Amenorrhea is solely caused by genetic factors and has no impact on
health.
Amenorrhea is caused by an increase in menstrual flow.
3. If a patient presents with amenorrhea and a history of significant weight loss
and stress, what would be the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
Immediately refer the patient for surgery.
Prescribe hormonal therapy without further assessment.
Ignore the symptoms as they are not significant.
Assess the patient's nutritional status and stress levels.
,4. Type II diabetes is characterized as:
A disease state in which the body produces too much insulin
A disease state in which cells become insulin resistance
A disease state in which insulin is no longer produced
A disease state in which insulin is produced, but it is defective
5. Describe the condition of polyuria and its potential implications for patient
health.
Polyuria is a condition characterized by excessive urination, which
can indicate underlying health issues such as diabetes or kidney
disorders.
Polyuria is the presence of blood in the urine, indicating possible
infection.
Polyuria refers to a decrease in urine output, often associated with
dehydration.
Polyuria is a condition where urine production is normal but the
frequency of urination is increased.
6. Describe the clinical significance of metrorrhagia in relation to women's
health.
Metrorrhagia can indicate underlying health issues such as
hormonal imbalances or uterine abnormalities.
Metrorrhagia is unrelated to hormonal health.
Metrorrhagia is a normal variation in menstrual cycles.
Metrorrhagia is only a concern during pregnancy.
,7. Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of post-streptococcal
glomerulonephritis?
Polyuria
Dark urine
Painful urination
Light yellow urine
8. A patient presents with symptoms of excessive thirst and frequent urination. If
diagnosed with diabetes insipidus, what treatment approach should be
considered?
Thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Insulin therapy to control blood sugar levels.
Increased fluid intake to manage dehydration.
Administration of desmopressin to replace the missing antidiuretic
hormone.
9. Which of the following would likely be the result of a renal calculus moving
into the left ureter and obstructing flow?
mild flank pain on the affected side
immediate cessation of urine production
hydronephrosis in both kidneys
an attack of renal colic
10. What is a common disease that can lead to jaundice due to liver
dysfunction?
Hepatitis
, Diabetes
Gastritis
Thyroid disorder
11. A 10-year-old child is experiencing enuresis and is feeling anxious about
sleepovers. As a nurse, what would be an appropriate intervention to
support the child?
Recommend the child avoid drinking fluids before bedtime without
further assessment.
Suggest medication immediately without exploring non-
pharmacological options.
Educate the child and parents about enuresis and suggest
behavioral strategies to manage the condition.
Advise the child to wear protective garments without discussing the
condition.
12. What is the main underlying issue in diabetes insipidus?
Decreased kidney function
Increased glucose levels
Excessive insulin production
Insufficient production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
13. What is a common laboratory finding associated with primary
hypothyroidism?
Increased T4 levels
Decreased T3 levels
Normal TSH levels
