Mutations in genes or chromosomal abnormalities How does development disrupts congenital abnormalities? - ANSWER -
Alterations of DNA Describes factors that disrupt homeostasis and how disruptions affect wellbeing. - ANSWER -(ex) Fluid and electrolyte shifts can cause n/v or dysrhythmias. Explain RAAS - ANSWER -Renin -angiotensin -aldosterone system 1. Reduce blood flow causes kidneys to release renin > produce angiotensin I > converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II > vasoconstriction > release aldosterone > kidneys conserve sodium and water > Result less water lost in urine and blood pressure maintained. DKA - ANSWER -increased anion gap, decreased HCO3 How do kidneys compensate for alkalosis - ANSWER -retain H and excrete HCO3 WGU Pathophysiology D236 LATEST Exam Questions and Answers 2023 Guaranteed Pass Untreated acidosis leads to an increase in which electrolyte? - ANSWER -
Potassium West Nile Virus - ANSWER -Transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Severe signs and symptoms; high fever, headache and stiff neck Lyme disease - ANSWER -Tick-borne disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi. Erythema infectiosum - ANSWER -a febrile upper respiratory illness in a child followed by the sudden appearance of red, flushed cheeks, "fifth disease" Obesity ad diabetes are risk factors for having a child with _____. - ANSWER -Spina bifida Trousseau's sign - ANSWER -arm/carpal spasm associated with hypocalcemia Cause and sign of spina bifida - ANSWER -results from failure of neural tube to close. sign - fluid filled sac on lower back. WGU Pathophysiology D236 LATEST Exam Questions and Answers 2023 Guaranteed Pass hemophilia is more common in - ANSWER -males Prenatal exposure to alcohol includes - ANSWER -ND-PAE, decreased brain function, FAS Connective vs muscle tissue disorders - ANSWER -Connective - RA, Scleroderma, Lupus Muscle - MS, Muscular dystrophy, Myasthenia Gravia Describe Lupus - ANSWER -Inflammatory disorder characterized by joint pain and butterfly rash Describe Myasthenia Gravis - ANSWER -It is an autoimmune disorder where antibodies attack own Ach receptors. This causes weakness of skeletal muscles over the course of the day, along with ptosis, double vision, and difficulty swallowing. dermatitis - ANSWER -inflammation of the skin eczema - ANSWER -noninfectious, inflammatory skin disease characterized by redness, blisters, scabs, and itching