Test bank for porths pathophysiology 10th edition by norris chapter Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

TEST BANK FOR PORTHS PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 10TH EDITION BY NORRIS CHAPTER 31 DISORDERS OF VENTILATION AND GAS EXCHANGE

1. If a virus has caused inflammation resulting in endothelial dysfunction, an excessive amount of endothelins in the blood can result in A) arterial wall weakening resulting in aneurysm formation. B) release of excess fatty plaque causing numerous pulmonary emboli. C) contraction of the underlying smooth muscles within the vessels. D) overproduction of growth factors resulting in new vessel production. Ans: C Feedback: Endothelial dysfunction describes several types of potentially rever...

1. If a virus has caused inflammation resulting in endothelial dysfunction, an excessive amount of endothelins in the blood can result in A) arterial wall weakening resulting in aneurysm formation. B) release of excess fatty plaque causing numerous pulmonary emboli. C) contraction of the underlying smooth muscles within the vessels. D) overproduction of growth factors resulting in new vessel production. Ans: C Feedback: Endothelial dysfunction describes several types of potentially rever...

CHAPTER 31: Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange 1. A client with a history of emphysema is experiencing hypoxemia after a taxing physical therapy appointment. Which of the following physiologic phenomena will occur as a consequence of hypoxemia? A) Peripheral vasodilation B) Necrosis C) Hypoventilation D) Increased heart rate Ans: D Feedback: Consequences of hypoxemia include peripheral vasoconstriction, hyperventilation, and increased heart rate. Mild to moderate hypoxemia does...

Porth's Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered Health 10th Edition Norris Test Bank Table of Content UNIT 1 CONCEPTS OF HEALTH AND DISEASE Chapter 1 Concepts of Health and Disease UNIT 2 CELL FUNCTION AND GROWTH Chapter 2 Cell and Tissue Characteristics Chapter 3 Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death Chapter 4 Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance Chapter 5 Genetic and Congenital Disorders Chapter 6 Neoplasia UNIT 3 DISORDERS OF INTEGRATIVE FUNCTION Chapter 7 Stress and Adaptation Chap...