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Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology: Essentials for Clinical Practice – 1st Edition by Nancy Tkacs | Complete Test Bank (All Chapters)

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This document contains the complete test bank for Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology: Essentials for Clinical Practice (1st Edition) by Nancy Tkacs. It includes comprehensive multiple-choice questions with correct answers and explanations for every chapter. The material covers core topics such as cellular physiology, body system regulation, disease pathogenesis, and clinical applications. Perfect for students in advanced nursing, medical, and allied health programs who want to strengthen their understanding and exam readiness.

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A) Profuse fibrinous exudation
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C) Metabolic and respiratory alkalosis
D) Lymphocytosis and activated macrophages


9. Exogenous pyrogens (interleukin-1) and the presence of bacteria in the blood
lead to the release of endogenous pyrogens that:
A) stabilize thermal control in the brain.

B) produce leukocytosis and anorexia.
C) block viral replication in cells.

D) inhibit prostaglandin release.


10 An older adult patient has just sheared the skin on her elbow while attempted
. to boost herself up in bed, an event that has precipitated acute inflammation
in the region surrounding the wound. Which of the following events will
occur during the vascular stage of the patients inflammation?

A) Outpouring of exudate into interstitial spaces
B) Chemotaxis
C) Accumulation of leukocytes along the epithelium
D) Phagocytosis of cellular debris


11 Which of the following individuals most likely has the highest risk of
. experiencing chronic inflammation?
A) A patient who has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
B) A patient who is a carrier of an antibiotic-resistant organism
C) A patient who is taking oral antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection

D) A patient who is morbidly obese and who has a sedentary lifestyle


12 Which of the following core body temperatures is within normal range?
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A) 35.9C (96.6F)

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