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NPN 130- CARDIOTONIC & INOTROPIC DRUGS QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS [GRADED A+] How do epinephrine and norepinephrine affect the heart? - Both cause vasoconstriction which increases BP Decreased perfusion to the kidneys activates renin, angiotensin, and aldosterone levels to increase... which causes what? - increases BP Hypertrophy of the heart means? - Enlargement of the heart How does enlargement of the heart worsen heart failure? - Weakens the heart muscle, makes it harder to pump...

VALVULAR DISORDERS- (EXAM 3) 100% CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS [GRADED A+] 4 cardiac valves - ●aortic ●mitral ●tricuspid ●pulmonic The structure and function of the valves can be affected by: - ●Malformations at birth ●Inflammatory and infectious disorders ●Age-related degeneration ●Structural damage after MI ●Injury during an intracardiac procedure Which valves are most often affected? Why? - Aortic and mitral ©morren2025/2026.Year published 2026...

FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE DISORDERS CH 53- FINAL EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) definition - Physical and emotional symptoms 7-10 days before period. Cause is unknown. PMS symptoms - Weight gain; Abdominal bloating; Headache; Nervousness, irritability, Anxiety; Depression, personality changes; Breast tenderness and enlargement; Craving sweets; Swelling of ankles, feet, and hands; Increased physical activity; ©morren2025/2026.Year publis...

BREAST DISORDERS CH54 (MS.SMITH) FINAL TEST WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS [GRADED A+] During a breast examination the Nurse will..... - Remain w pt; Position them in lying position with the arm extended above the head; Note breast size and symmetry; Examine axillae and lympth nodes; Look for unusual skin or nipple changes (dimpling, rashes, ulcerations, flattening, discharge) Examine w/ flat part of finger pads Teach pt to do breast self-examinations ____ days after end of LMP ...

INTRODUCTION TO THE NERVOUS SYSTEM- SMITH- MED SURG QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS [GRADED A+] What are the 3 main divisions of the nervous system? - Central nervous system (CNS), Peripheral nervous system (PNS), Autonomic nervous system (ANS) Neurotransmitters - chemical messengers that cross the synaptic gaps between neurons Serotonin action - stabilize mood; Induces sleep; Regulates temperature; ©morren2026/2027.Year published 2026. Controls appetite Dopamine ...

DISORDERS OF BLADDER AND URETHRA- HUSTED- EXAM 2 WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS [GRADED A+] What can cause urinary retention? - Complete urethral obsruction; General anesthesia; Neurogenic disorders; Certain meds (esp anti-cholinergics) Meds that cause urinary retention? - Atropine; Phenothiazides (end in "zine"); Antihistamines (Diphenhydramine); Antispasmodics/ Anticholinergics (Oxybutynin, Propantheline); Tricyclic antidepressants (Amitriptyline) ©morren2...

DISASTER SITUATIONS- SMITH- FINAL QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS [GRADED A+] What are the 2 types of disasters? - Natural or Human What are the phases of a disaster? - Warning; Impact; Emergency; Recovery What are the 3 types of human disasters? - Bombings; Biologic disasters; Chemical disasters Within the category of bombings is *Radiologic disasters*... what would this include? - *Gamma radiation* ©morren2025/2026.Year published 2026.

SOMATIC AND DISSOCIATIVE DISORDERS TEST WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Somatize - the tendency to experience and communicate physicalsymptoms in response to psychologic distress Dissociation - Disruption in the usually integrated functions of consciousness, memory, and identity. (zoning out but bad) With somatic syptom disorder, patients have a persistent preoccupation with and distress over _____________________ symptoms. - physical What genetic factors can ...

CONTRACEPTION/STIS/GENETIC TESTING QUIZ WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS [GRADED A+] What are the phases of the menstrual cycle? - follicular phase, ovulation, luteal phase Days of the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle - Day 1-13 begins on the first day of menstruation, but lasts till 13th day. Explain the events that occur in the follicular phase? - The pituitary gland secretes a hormone that stimulates the egg cells in the ovaries to grow. One of these egg cells begins to mature...

DIABETES AND PREGNANCY QUIZ WITH CORRECT ANSWERS [GUARANTEED A+] | LATEST UPDATE What is the difference in A1 and A2 gestational diabetes? (White's classification) - A1; controlled by diet and exercise A2; will require insulin White's Classification of Diabetes classifies a diabetic based on what characteristics? - Age of onset Duration based on current age Associated Vascular complications Preferred time of delivery for a mother who is diabetic is 39 weeks or later b...

ALTERED IMMUNE RESPONSES REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS [GRADED A+] WBCs can differentiate between your own cells and proteins and infected body cells, cancer cells, cells from other people or invading organisms. This is called what? - self-tolerance Immunity can be reduced due to what causes? - -disease -injuries -certain medical therapies (such as chemo) Immunocompetence requirements - 1. Inflammation (general) 2. Antibody-mediated immunity (adaptive) 3. Cell-medi...

HIV/AIDS FINAL TEST WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS [GRADED A+] HIV - A retrovirus that attacks and destroys the human immune system How is HIV spread? (what bodily fluids) - -blood -semen -vaginal secretions -breast milk What cell is most highly effected by HIV? what happens to these cells? - CD4+ T-cell (CD4 lymphocyte) The cells can no longer fight infection, but instead spread the virus more throughout the body ©morren2025/2026.Year published 2026.

ACUTE NEURO PART 1- INFECTIONS, TRAUMA, TUMOR QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Permanent brain damage can occur within _______-_______ minutes of insufficient blood supply - 3-5 Describe auto regulation of cerebral blood flow - -adjusts diameter of blood vessels -ensures consistent and constant blood flow to the brain What are abnormal factors that affect cerebral blood flow? - -CO2, O2, and acidosis -cardiac or respiratory arrest -systemic hemorrhage -trauma, tumors,...

NEURO PART 2 QUIZ WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS [GRADED A+] What supplies the brain with blood? - -carotid arteries (anterior circulation) -vertebral arteries (posterior circulation) Where do the anterior and posterior circulations meet in the brain? - Circle of Willis Factors that affect blood flow to brain - -systemic BP -cardiac output -blood viscosity 2 types of strokes - ischemic and hemorrhagic 2 types of ischemic strokes - thrombotic and embolic ©morren2026/2027.Year published ...

CHRONIC NEURO PART 2 QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS [GRADED A+] describe Parkinson's disease - -chronic and progressive - characterized by slowness, increased muscle tone and rigidity, tremor at rest, and gait disturbance -no cure Describe the anatomy of parkinson's - -lack of dopamine -degeneration of DA producing neurons -balance of DA and acetylcholine (ACh) disruption= more ACh than DA in the basal ganglia s/s of parkinson's won' occur until _______% of neurons...

SPINAL CORD INJURIES QUIZ WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS [GRADED A+] How to diagnose spinal cord injuries? - -CT -cervical x-ray (if CT not available) -MRI -neuro exam Risk factors for spinal cord injuries - - men and young have greatest risk - motor vehicle accidents -acts of violence -falls -sports -alcohol and drug use -disease ©morren2025/2026.Year published 2026. What are the different levels of the spine? (r/t spinal cord injuries) - cervical -thoracic -lumbar -sacral Tetrap...

CASAL 2 MEDS STUDY GUIDE WITH QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Adenosine - ANTIARRYTHMIC -slows down the HR temporarily to allow for better visualization of the rhythm. -SVT (supra ventricular tachycardia) - Dose: Rapid IV push 6 mg, 20 ml NS bolus max dose 12 mg Amiodarone, Dronedarone, Dofetilide - ANTIARRYTHMIC; Slows cardiac action potential, thus slowing HR *VT, VF, AF* monitor pulmonary function test, thyroid function, liver function Atropine Sulfate - Anticholinergic...

EVOLVE: MED SURG PRACTICE EXAM 4 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Which description of symptoms is characteristic of a client diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux)? A) Tinnitus, vertigo, and hearing difficulties. B) Sudden, stabbing, severe pain over the lip and chin. C) Facial weakness and paralysis. D) Difficulty in chewing, talking, and swallowing. - B) Sudden, stabbing, severe pain over the lip and chin. Trigeminal neuralgia is characterized ...

RESP/CRITICAL TEST WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS [GRADED A+] Several family members of a patient who has just been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with multiple traumatic injuries have just arrived in the ICU waiting room. Which action should the nurse take first? a. Take the family member members to the patient's room. b. Describe the patient's injuries and the care that is being provided. c. Discuss ICU visitation policies and encourage family visits. ...

MED SURG NCLEX 1/4 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS [GRADED A+] A 77-year-old female client is admitted to the hospital. She is confused, has no appetite, is nauseated and vomiting, and is complaining of a headache. Her pulse rate is 43 beats per minute. Which question is a priority for the nurse to ask this client or her family on admission? "Does the client have her own teeth or dentures?" take aspirin and if so, how much?" take nitroglycerin?" take digitalis?...