Quiz Module 9: NUR2063 / NUR 2063 (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Essentials of Pathophysiology | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen

Quiz Module 9: NUR2063 / NUR
2063 (Latest Update )
Essentials of Pathophysiology |
Questions & Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen


Question:
Erythrocytes
Answer:
Red blood cells


Most prevalent blood cells in the human body.


These cells function primarily to transport oxygen to the tissue and the waste
products for excretion

,Question:
Anemia
Answer:
-Is a common acquired or inherited disorder of the erythrocytes that impairs
the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity.
- Anemia can be caused by
◦A decrease in production of red blood cells (erythrocytes)
◦Hereditary causes
◦Increased red blood cell destruction




Question:
Clinical manifestations of Anemia / reflects decreased oxygen-carrying
capacity(6)
Answer:
-Weakness
-Fatigue
-Pallor
-Syncope
-Dyspnea
-Tachycardia and Tachypnea (compensatory mechanisms)

, Question:
Iron-Deficiency Anemia
Answer:
- Occurs when the supply or iron necessary to produce hemoglobin is
inadequate to meet the demands of hemoglobin production.


Most common anemia




Question:
Clinical Manifestations of Iron-Deficiency Anemia (3)
Answer:
-Brittle, spoon-shaped nails
Irritability
-Unusual food cravings (pica)
-Delayed healing




Question:
Pernicious Anemia
Answer:
-Deficiency of vitamin B-12


Lack of intrinsic factor (protein produced by the stomach that is necessary for
B-12 absorption)