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NURS 231 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
FINAL EXAM
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,### 1. Which of the following is synthesized in the kidney and regulates
differentiation of red blood cells within the bone marrow?
A) Thrombopoietin
B) Erythropoietin
C) Renin
D) Calcitonin
Answer: B) Erythropoietin
Explanation:
Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys in response to
hypoxia, and it stimulates the bone marrow to increase production and
differentiation of red blood cells, maintaining adequate oxygen delivery.
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### 2. True or False: Peristaltic movements occur in two directions.
Answer: False
Explanation:
Peristalsis is the wave-like muscle contraction that moves food through the
gastrointestinal tract in one direction only—from the mouth toward the
anus. This unidirectional movement ensures efficient propulsion of
contents.
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### 3. You are reading results from a recent blood panel for Susan, a 48-
year-old female. Her hemoglobin level is 7 g/dL. Would that be considered
a normal or abnormal value?
A) Normal
B) Abnormal
Answer: B) Abnormal
Explanation:
Normal hemoglobin levels for adult females generally range from 12 to 16
g/dL. A level of 7 g/dL is critically low, indicating anemia which could result
in fatigue, weakness, and insufficient oxygen carrying capacity.
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### 4. You are reading results from a recent blood panel for Jane, a 37-
year-old female. Her hemoglobin level is 13 g/dL. Would this be considered
a normal or abnormal value?
A) Normal
B) Abnormal
Answer: A) Normal
, Explanation:
A hemoglobin level of 13 g/dL is within the normal range for adult females
(12–16 g/dL), indicating no apparent anemia or other hemoglobin-related
disorder.
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### 5. Taking your child to the pediatrician for their annual well checkup
and keeping up with the recommended vaccination schedule would be an
example of:
A) Primary prevention
B) Secondary prevention
C) Tertiary prevention
D) Quaternary prevention
Answer: A) Primary prevention
Explanation:
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or injury before it occurs. This
includes vaccination programs, regular checkups, and health education.
Taking a child for annual well visits and immunizations prevents onset of
disease, which fits primary prevention.
NURS 231 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
FINAL EXAM
Actual Questions and Answers
100% Guarantee Pass
This Exam contains:
➢ Questions and Answers
➢ 100% Guarantee Pass
➢ Multiple-Choice (A–D), For Each Question.
➢ Each Question Includes The Correct Answer
➢ Expert-Verified explanation
,### 1. Which of the following is synthesized in the kidney and regulates
differentiation of red blood cells within the bone marrow?
A) Thrombopoietin
B) Erythropoietin
C) Renin
D) Calcitonin
Answer: B) Erythropoietin
Explanation:
Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys in response to
hypoxia, and it stimulates the bone marrow to increase production and
differentiation of red blood cells, maintaining adequate oxygen delivery.
---
### 2. True or False: Peristaltic movements occur in two directions.
Answer: False
Explanation:
Peristalsis is the wave-like muscle contraction that moves food through the
gastrointestinal tract in one direction only—from the mouth toward the
anus. This unidirectional movement ensures efficient propulsion of
contents.
,---
### 3. You are reading results from a recent blood panel for Susan, a 48-
year-old female. Her hemoglobin level is 7 g/dL. Would that be considered
a normal or abnormal value?
A) Normal
B) Abnormal
Answer: B) Abnormal
Explanation:
Normal hemoglobin levels for adult females generally range from 12 to 16
g/dL. A level of 7 g/dL is critically low, indicating anemia which could result
in fatigue, weakness, and insufficient oxygen carrying capacity.
---
### 4. You are reading results from a recent blood panel for Jane, a 37-
year-old female. Her hemoglobin level is 13 g/dL. Would this be considered
a normal or abnormal value?
A) Normal
B) Abnormal
Answer: A) Normal
, Explanation:
A hemoglobin level of 13 g/dL is within the normal range for adult females
(12–16 g/dL), indicating no apparent anemia or other hemoglobin-related
disorder.
---
### 5. Taking your child to the pediatrician for their annual well checkup
and keeping up with the recommended vaccination schedule would be an
example of:
A) Primary prevention
B) Secondary prevention
C) Tertiary prevention
D) Quaternary prevention
Answer: A) Primary prevention
Explanation:
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or injury before it occurs. This
includes vaccination programs, regular checkups, and health education.
Taking a child for annual well visits and immunizations prevents onset of
disease, which fits primary prevention.
