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Nur 339 - 2 in 1 Exam Study guide
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This is a 2 in 1 Study guide,Exam 1 Study guide and Final exam study guide 
 
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NUR 239/Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapeutics in Nursing I Guided Note Antibiotics (complete Study guide)
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NUR 239/Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapeutics in Nursing I 
Guided Note Antibiotics 
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Key terms: 
Frandsen Chapter 18: 
• beta-lactamases: 
• cross-allergenicity: occurs when the proteins in one substance are like the proteins in another. As 
a result, the immune system sees them as the same. In the case of food allergies, cross-reactivity 
can occur between one food and another. Cross-reactivity can also happen between pollen and 
foods or latex and foods. 
• extended spectrum: antib...
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NUR 239/ NUR239 Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapeutics I: ATI Patho Pharm Earnback _ Complete A+ Guide
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Safety and Infection Control 
ATI Patho Pharm Earnback 
1. Antibiotics Affecting the Bacterial Cell Wall: Identifying Medication Cross-Sensitivity 
Requiring a Clarification from The Provider 
• Clients who have a penicillin allergy are at a cross-sensitivity risk to 
cephalosporins. 
• Stop the medication administration and notify the provider if indications of an 
allergic reaction appear such as urticaria, rash, hypotension, or dyspnea. 
• Notify the provider if the client report...
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NUR239 Exam 2 / NUR 239 Exam 2 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics : ONCOLOGY (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%)
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[ONCOLOGY EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	Priority goal in patient with lung cancer 
ANS:
•	Effective oxygenation
•	Pain management
•	Realistic attitude
 
2.	Nursing interventions should include 
ANS: 
•	Recognizing stressors/anxiety
•	Offering support 
 
3.	what symptoms should a patient during treatment be taught to report 
ANS: 
•	Hemoptysis
•	Dysphagia
•	Chest Pain
•	Hoarsness 
 
4.	nursing goal s...
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NUR239 Exam 1 / NUR 239 Exam 1 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics:NEURO (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[NEURO EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	What is a seizure? 
ANS: A seizure is a paroxysmal, uncontrolled electrical discharge of neurons in the brain that interrupts normal function. 
 
2.	What is Epilepsy? 
ANS: Epilepsy is a condition in which a person has spontaneous reoccurring seizures caused by a chronic underlying condition. 
 
3.	What are the 4 stages of a seizure? 
ANS: 
I.	The prodromal phase (signs or activit...
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NUR239 Exam 1 / NUR 239 Exam 1 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics:MUSCULOSKELETAL (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%)
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[MUSCULOSKELETAL EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	What is arthritis? 
ANS: inflammation of a joint 
 
2.	What would be present in stage 1 of Rheumatoid Arthritis? 
ANS: No destructive changes on x-ray; possibly evidence of osteoporosis of x-ray 
 
3.	What is subluxation? 
ANS: Incomplete or partial dislocation of a joint 
 
4.	What does a elevated "sed rate" (ESR) lab result indicate? 
ANS: 
 
 
5.	What are the 3 most...
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NUR239 Exam 1 / NUR 239 Exam 1 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics : OXYGENATION (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%)
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[OXYGENATION EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	How long is a normal P wave? 
ANS: 0.06 - 0.12 
 
2.	If you count small boxes (R to R), how much must the nurse divide by to get the heart rate? 
ANS: 1500 
 
3.	If the nurse counts the large boxes (R to R), what must the nurse divide the count by to know the heart rate? 
ANS: 300 
 
4.	What is the normal range of B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP)? 
ANS: Less than 100 
 
5.	W...
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NUR239 Exam 2 / NUR 239 Exam 2 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics : OXYGENATION (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%)
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[OXYGENATION EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	Which patients are at an increased risk for hypercapnic respiratory failure? 
ANS: 
•	Patients with COPD
•	Asthma
•	Cystic fibrosis 
 
2.	What kind of ventilation does intrapulmonary shunting require? 
ANS: Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) via Endotracheal tube or bipap 
 
3.	Who is at risk for oxygen toxicity? 
ANS: Intubated patients on more than 60% for over 48 h...
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NUR 339 Final Exam Study Guide
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Endocrine System Disorders Pathophysiology 
Role of the Hypothalamus 
•	Hypothalamus is main link between neuro and endocrine systems 
o	Responds to nerve stimulation by producing hormones 
o	Nerve fibers run from hypothalamus to pituitary and control release of hormones 
o	Secretes inhibitory and releasing factors which control anterior pituitary hormone release 
o	HPA axis involved in stress response: hypothalamus secretes corticotrophin-releasing factor à anterior pituitary to release co...
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NUR239 Exam 1 / NUR 239 Exam 1 (New, 2020): Illinois State University Pathophysiology & Pharmacotherapeutics : ONCOLOGY (Already graded A)(SATISFACTION GUARANTEED, Verified 100%)
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ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
NUR 239 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS NURSING


[ONCOLOGY EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE]


1.	What is the most important risk factor for lung cancer? 
ANS: Smoking 
 
2.	What percentage of deaths from lung cancer are caused by smoking? 
ANS: 
•	90% of men
•	80% of women 
 
3.	What is the most effective non-invasive way to evaluate lung cancer? 
ANS: CT scan 
 
4.	What are the 7 warning signs of cancer represented by the acronym "CAUTION"? 
ANS:
•	C-hange in blad...
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