NUR 2063 (NUR2063)

NUR 2063 / NUR2063: Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam 2 (Latest 2022 / 2023) RasmussenSTRESS – WHAT IS IT?, PURPOSE OF, WHAT DETERMINES RESPONSE? WHAT IS IT? – physical, chemical or emotional factor that results in tension of body or mind, real or perceived threat to homeostasis, can be positive or negative PURPOSE – WHAT DETERMINES RESPONSE – SELYE GAP SYNDROME STAGES, BODY’S RESPONSES TO STAGES – ALARM, RESISTANCE, EXHAUSTION: ALARM – the stressor upsets homeostasis or ...

NUR 2063 Exam 1 / NUR 2063 Final Exam 1 Essentials of Pathophysiology Final Exam (Latest 2022/2023) Rasmussen

NUR 2063 Pathophysiology Exam 2

Pathophysiology Proctored Final Exam Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is due to multiple factors. Which of the following is a serious potential complication of GERD? - Esophageal cancer Hyperemesis gravidarum causes excessive nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. What can the mother expect to have if hyperemesis gravidarum is left untreated? - Electrolyte imbalances and dehydration Hyperglycemia is concerning when complications arise. Which disorder is related to breaking down fa...

1. Innate Defense Barriers – •Nonspecific •Immediate response •Distinguish self from nonself •Do not distinguish between pathogens •Include •Skin and mucous membranes •Chemicals 2. Innate Defense Barriers – •Physical and chemical barriers not completely impenetrable. •Additional bloodborne innate defenses include •Inflammatory response •Pyrogens •Interferons •Complement proteins 3. Inflammatory Response – •Vascular reaction. •Triggered by mast...

Disorders of the RBCs - -Erythropoiesis +Production of erythrocytes +Regulated by erythropoietin +Occurs in bone marrow -Disorders typically result from a deficit or defect in the erythrocytes Hematopoiesis - The process of forming blood -Plasma - liquid protein -Leukocytes - white blood cells -Erythrocytes - red blood cells -Thrombocytes - platelets Erythrocytes - -Hemoglobin: oxygen carrying component -Hematocrit: amount of blood volume occupied by erythrocytes Hemostasis - -...

1. Type 1 Hypersensitivity - IgE mediated – - Immediate, local response - repeated exposures is necessary to cause this reaction - examples: hay fever, food allergies, anaphylaxis - treatment: epinephrine, antihistamines 2. Type 2 - cytotoxic hypersensitivity reaction – - antigen may be intrinsic or extrinsic - recognition by macrophages triggered antibody production - lysis of cells occur - immediate response - examples: blood transfusions reactions - treatment: ensuring blood co...

o A state in which all systems are in balance. State of equilibrium. Maintaining internal conditions stable. - Homeostasis o Ability to successfully adapt to challenges. Intricate regulatory processes orchestrated by the brain. - Allostasis: Study of diseases within a population. Epidemiology is the method used to find the causes of health outcomes and diseases in populations. - Epidemiology: o primary: Altering susceptibility or reducing exposure for susceptible person (Example: Immuni...

1. What is gastritis? - Inflammation of the stomach lining. The lining will be red and inflamed and irritated 2. What are the causes of gastritis? - Ingestion of irritating substances such a alcohol, aspirin, NSAIDS, viruses and bacteria 3. What is GERD? - the back flow of gastric contents into the esophagus through the lower esophageal sphincter. The inflammation occurs from the reflex of highly acidic stomach acid that comes up. 4. What are the causes of GERD? - Any condition ...

NUR 2063 Pathophysiology Rasmussen College Final Exam 1. Explain primary prevention - Preventing"; altering susceptibility or reducing exposure of disease for people 2. Explain secondary prevention - "Screening"; early detection, screening, and management of disease to catch disease early before it spreads 3. Explain tertiary prevention - "Treating" and preventing further complications from a disorder or disease after the person has the condition 4. What are examples of pr...