D236 Pathophysiology Study Guide
Questions and Correct Answer
Molecules passively spreading from high to low concentration is called what?
~: Diffusion
How does hyperventilation change CO2 & pH?
~: Decreases CO2 and raises pH
How does hypoventilation change CO2 & pH?
~: Increases CO2 and decreases pH
These 2 organs regulate the body's acid/base balance:
~: Lungs and kidneys
This is due to a rupture & bleeding cerebral artery:
~: Hemorrhagic stroke
Sudden, severe "Thunderclap" HA is a s/s of what?
~: Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH)
What happens when burns exceed 30% of the body?
~: Normal organ function is disrupted
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If a patient survives a burn, what is likely to kill them?
~: Infection
What is the common cause of hip, wrist, or vertebrae compression fractures?
~: Osteoporosis
Osteomalacia in kids is called what?
~: Rickett's
Colchicine reduces uric acid in what disease?
~: Gout
What is the most common cause of osteomyelitis?
~: Staph aureus
What are 3 causes of conjunctivitis?
~: Bacterial
Viral
Allergic
What is Turner Syndrome and what causes it?
~: a. One of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing
b. Causes short stature, ovaries do not develop, heart issues
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c. Affects females only
Which chromosome do men inherit from their dads?
~: Y - Chromosome
This is when too much food remains in the intestine and prevents proper water absorption
~: Osmotic diarrhea
Name 3 trigger foods for osmotic diarrhea:
~: A. Lactose
b. Artificial sweets
c. Carbohydrates
Name two treatments for prostate cancer
~: a. Cryotherapy / Cryosurgery
b. Proton therapy
c. Bisphosphonate therapy
Name 3 increased risk factors for hemorrhagic stroke:
~: a. Increased BP
b. Increased LDL Cholesterol
c. Smoking