Rasmussen Pathophysiology Final Exam 2025/2026 – 220+ Verified Questions & Answers | Shock, Electrolytes, Endocrine, Cardiac, Respiratory, Renal, Immunity, Neurology, GI & More

This document features over 220 expertly verified, exam-relevant Q&A designed specifically for the Rasmussen University Pathophysiology Final Exam, updated for the 2025/2026 academic year. Each answer is accurate, concise, and tailored to support a full understanding of real-world clinical manifestations and disease processes. The material is based on commonly tested concepts and built for high success on both proctored exams and NCLEX-style assessments. Core topics covered include: – Cardiovascular & Hemodynamic Disorders: Heart failure (right and left-sided), shock types (cardiogenic, hypovolemic, distributive, obstructive), hypertension, angina, cardiac tamponade, Virchow’s triad – Respiratory System: Asthma, COPD (emphysema, bronchitis), ARDS, TB, pneumonia, atelectasis, pulmonary embolism, Cor Pulmonale – Renal & Electrolytes: AKI (pre/intra/postrenal), CKD, RAAS system, sodium/potassium imbalances, dialysis, pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, BPH, UTIs – Endocrine System: Diabetes types 1 & 2, DKA, Cushing's syndrome, Addison's, thyroid disorders (hypo/hyperthyroidism, Graves, thyroid storm), ADH/diabetes insipidus – GI & Hepatic Disorders: GERD, peptic ulcer disease, hepatitis, cirrhosis, pancreatitis, peritonitis, Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, appendicitis, gallstones – Immunologic & Inflammatory Responses: Innate immunity, hypersensitivity types I–IV, RA, lupus, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, anaphylaxis, immunoglobulins – Neurologic & Brain Injury: ICP, TBI, CVA (stroke), aneurysms, MS, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, spinal cord injury – Cancer & Hematology: Carcinogenesis, leukemia, lymphoma (Hodgkin’s & non-Hodgkin’s), anemia types (pernicious, aplastic), hemophilia – Musculoskeletal & Skin: Compartment syndrome, fractures, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, gout, cellulitis, scabies, burns – Other Systems & Concepts: Reproductive pathology (PID, endometriosis), fluid/electrolyte balance, inflammation markers, vaccination, stress responses, GAS, allostasis Who should use this document: – Rasmussen nursing students preparing for Pathophysiology finals or NCLEX-RN – Allied health students taking advanced anatomy & physiology, disease processes, or medical-surgical nursing – Pre-med and BSN students needing consolidated review of complex body systems and clinical case presentations – Students from other nursing programs seeking a well-structured, quiz-based final review This document functions as both a flashcard-style self-test and a last-minute study reference — ideal for reviewing pathology, signs/symptoms, complications, and treatments in clinical contexts. Keywords: pathophysiology, heart failure, shock, electrolytes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, diabetes, renal failure, DKA, thyroid disorders, sepsis, cancer, stroke, CVA, MS, Parkinson's, lupus, RA, hepatitis, pancreatitis, GI disorders, anemia, immunity, inflammation, NCLEX review, Rasmussen nursing, endometriosis