RASMUSSEN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 1
EXPECTED QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Question 1.
burn complications
ANSWER
local infection (particularly Staphylococcus infection), sepsis, hypovolemia, shock,
hypothermia, respiratory problems, eschar, scarring, and contractures
Question 2.
first degree burn
ANSWER
affect only the epidermis and cause pain, erythema, and edema
Question 3.
Osmosis
ANSWER
Diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane
Question 4.
Define amputation
ANSWER
Removal of a limp or other appendage of the body by trauma or surgery.
,Question 5.
skin
ANSWER
barrier that serves as one of the body's first lines of defense against harmful microbes.
Question 6.
Hypersensitivity type II
ANSWER
(cytotoxic hypersensitivity): immediate (usually), targets single cell IgG or IgM antibodies bind
to antigen on individual's own cells, triggering antibody production in macrophages
Question 7.
manifestations of Hypophosphatemia
ANSWER
: similar to hypercalcemia
Question 8.
Gout
ANSWER
a type of arthritis characterized by deposits of uric acid crystals in the tissues of joints
,Question 9.
causes of osteoporosis
ANSWER
-Inactivity
-Nutritional deficits: Calcium , Vit. D, B, & B-12 & Folic Acid“
-Lack of weight bearing activity
-Elderly
-Family history
-Hormonal changes
-Lifestyle choices: Tobacco smoking & Excess alcohol
-Medications
Question 10.
Acidosis (acid base balancing)
ANSWER
Acidosis =
ph < 7.35
CO2 > 45
HCO3 <22
Question 11.
Define sprain
ANSWER
An injury involving stretching or tearing of a ligament or a joint capsule
Destabilizes joints
, Question 12.
lordosis
ANSWER
abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine (sway-back condition) (common in pregnant
women)
Question 13.
metabolic acidosis
ANSWER
low pH, low HCO3
Question 14.
manifestations of hyponatremia
ANSWER
anorexia, gastrointestinal upset, poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes, blood pressure
changes, pulse changes, edema, headache, lethargy, confusion, diminished deep tendon
reflexes, muscle weakness, seizures, and coma
Question 15.
transverse fracture
ANSWER
occurs straight across the bone
EXPECTED QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Question 1.
burn complications
ANSWER
local infection (particularly Staphylococcus infection), sepsis, hypovolemia, shock,
hypothermia, respiratory problems, eschar, scarring, and contractures
Question 2.
first degree burn
ANSWER
affect only the epidermis and cause pain, erythema, and edema
Question 3.
Osmosis
ANSWER
Diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane
Question 4.
Define amputation
ANSWER
Removal of a limp or other appendage of the body by trauma or surgery.
,Question 5.
skin
ANSWER
barrier that serves as one of the body's first lines of defense against harmful microbes.
Question 6.
Hypersensitivity type II
ANSWER
(cytotoxic hypersensitivity): immediate (usually), targets single cell IgG or IgM antibodies bind
to antigen on individual's own cells, triggering antibody production in macrophages
Question 7.
manifestations of Hypophosphatemia
ANSWER
: similar to hypercalcemia
Question 8.
Gout
ANSWER
a type of arthritis characterized by deposits of uric acid crystals in the tissues of joints
,Question 9.
causes of osteoporosis
ANSWER
-Inactivity
-Nutritional deficits: Calcium , Vit. D, B, & B-12 & Folic Acid“
-Lack of weight bearing activity
-Elderly
-Family history
-Hormonal changes
-Lifestyle choices: Tobacco smoking & Excess alcohol
-Medications
Question 10.
Acidosis (acid base balancing)
ANSWER
Acidosis =
ph < 7.35
CO2 > 45
HCO3 <22
Question 11.
Define sprain
ANSWER
An injury involving stretching or tearing of a ligament or a joint capsule
Destabilizes joints
, Question 12.
lordosis
ANSWER
abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine (sway-back condition) (common in pregnant
women)
Question 13.
metabolic acidosis
ANSWER
low pH, low HCO3
Question 14.
manifestations of hyponatremia
ANSWER
anorexia, gastrointestinal upset, poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes, blood pressure
changes, pulse changes, edema, headache, lethargy, confusion, diminished deep tendon
reflexes, muscle weakness, seizures, and coma
Question 15.
transverse fracture
ANSWER
occurs straight across the bone
