Pathophysiology Exam 1 Rasmussen’s latest Questions and Answers solution guide 2023

Function of mitochondria - ATP production/cellular respiration, powerhouse of the cell Rough ER - That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum studded with ribosomes. Smooth ER - That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum that is free of ribosomes. Homeostasis - A tendency to maintain a balanced or constant internal state; the regulation of any aspect of body chemistry, such as blood glucose, around a particular level Hypertrophy - increase in muscle/tissue size, excessive development Atrophy - the wasting away of a body organ or tissue; any progressive decline or failure; to waste away Ischemia - an inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body, especially the heart muscles. S/S of Objective Data - Any observations made by using your senses (pts. blood pressure, physical findings, and lab values) S/S of Subjective Data - Any symptoms pt. complains of, what the pt. feels (pain) Epinephrine - Neurotransmitter secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress. Also known as adrenaline.