RASMUSSEN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
ACTUAL EXAM 180 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS
LATEST VERSION 2026 GRADED A+
GUARANTEED PASS!!
"Soft-tissue injuries that occur as a result of unrelieved mechanical pressure, Results in areas of
necrosis and ulceration where the tissue is compressed between bony prominences and
external hard surfaces, Most common sites for these injuries are the sacrum, ischial
tuberosities, trochanters, malleoli, and heels, though can develop anywhere - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Pressure injuries"
"Skin intact; Erythema; Does NOT blanch, erythema is present - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage I
Pressure Injury"
"Erosion or blister with or without true ulcerations, no exposed subcutaneous tissue - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Stage II pressure injury"
"Full-thickness skin loss with damage to subcutaneous tissue down to the underlying fascia -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage III Pressure Injury"
"Full-thickness skin loss with extensive destruction, tissue necrosis, and damage to exposed
supporting structures - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage IV pressure injury"
"Braden scale - CORRECT ANSWER=> What do you use to measure pressure injuries?"
"-Most common
-Develops from abnormal growth of the cells in the lowest layer of the epidermis
-Rarely metastasizes - CORRECT ANSWER=> basal cell carcinoma"
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,"involves changes in the squamous cells, found in the middle layer of the epidermis - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Squamous cell carcinoma"
"-Develops in the melanocytes
-Least common type but the most serious
-Often metastasizes to other areas - CORRECT ANSWER=> Melanoma"
"-Hematoma forms
-Necrosis of the broken bone ends occurs
-Fibroblasts invade the clot within a few days
-Fibroblasts secrete collagen fibers, which form a mass of cells and fibers called a callus
-Callus bridges the broken bone ends together inside and outside over 2-6 weeks
-Osteoblasts invade the callus and slowly convert it to bone in from 3 weeks to several months
(usually 4-6 weeks) - CORRECT ANSWER=> Fracture healing"
"-fat enters the bloodstream, usually after a long bone fracture
-Outcome can be fatal if the emboli travel to vital organs such as the lungs, brain, or heart
-Prevention: early immobilization - CORRECT ANSWER=> Fat embolism"
"-death of bone tissue due to a loss of blood supply
-Can result from displaced fractures or dislocations - CORRECT ANSWER=> Osteonecrosis"
"An individual does not produce his or her own antibodies, but rather receives them directly
from another source, such as mother to infant through breast milk - CORRECT ANSWER=> passive
immunity"
"natural infection, vaccines, - CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of active immunity"
"IgA in breast milk, maternal IgG crossing placenta, antitoxin, humanized monoclonal antibody -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of passive immunity"
"Immunity that is present only after exposure and is highly specific. - CORRECT ANSWER=>
acquired immunity"
"1) having the infection 2) vaccination - CORRECT ANSWER=> examples of acquired immunity"
"Immunity that is present before exposure and effective from birth. Responds to a broad range
of pathogens. - CORRECT ANSWER=> innate immunity"
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, "skin, hair, cilia, mucus membranes, digestive enzymes, stomach acidity, inflammatory response,
fever, inflammation - CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of innate immunity"
"pain, pallor, pulselessness, paralysis, paresthesia - CORRECT ANSWER=> 5 P's of compartment
syndrome"
"severe pain or burning sensation
decreased strength in the extremity
paralysis of the extremity
pain with movement
extremity feeling hard to palpation
distal pulses, motor and sensory function possibly normal
emergency care focuses on treating any life threatening injuries first: immobilize and splint the
affected extremity and apply a cold pack or ice
it is extremely important to transport the patient since he may lose the limb if compartment
syndrome is not treated quickly and effectively - CORRECT ANSWER=> Signs and symptoms of
compartment syndrome"
"inflammation of the bones and joints - CORRECT ANSWER=> Osteoarthritis"
"-Heredity
-Obesity
-Injury
-Joint overuse - CORRECT ANSWER=> Causes of osteoarthritis"
"-Inactivity
-Nutritional deficits: ↓ Calcium , Vit. D, B, & B-12 & Folic Acid
-Lack of weight bearing activity
-Elderly
-Family history
-Hormonal changes
-Lifestyle choices: Tobacco smoking & Excess alcohol
-Medications - CORRECT ANSWER=> causes of osteoporosis"
"- balanced diet high in calcium and vit D
- calcium supplements
- regular weight bearing exercises (walking) - CORRECT ANSWER=> Prevention for osteoporosis"
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ACTUAL EXAM 180 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS
LATEST VERSION 2026 GRADED A+
GUARANTEED PASS!!
"Soft-tissue injuries that occur as a result of unrelieved mechanical pressure, Results in areas of
necrosis and ulceration where the tissue is compressed between bony prominences and
external hard surfaces, Most common sites for these injuries are the sacrum, ischial
tuberosities, trochanters, malleoli, and heels, though can develop anywhere - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Pressure injuries"
"Skin intact; Erythema; Does NOT blanch, erythema is present - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage I
Pressure Injury"
"Erosion or blister with or without true ulcerations, no exposed subcutaneous tissue - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Stage II pressure injury"
"Full-thickness skin loss with damage to subcutaneous tissue down to the underlying fascia -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage III Pressure Injury"
"Full-thickness skin loss with extensive destruction, tissue necrosis, and damage to exposed
supporting structures - CORRECT ANSWER=> Stage IV pressure injury"
"Braden scale - CORRECT ANSWER=> What do you use to measure pressure injuries?"
"-Most common
-Develops from abnormal growth of the cells in the lowest layer of the epidermis
-Rarely metastasizes - CORRECT ANSWER=> basal cell carcinoma"
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,"involves changes in the squamous cells, found in the middle layer of the epidermis - CORRECT
ANSWER=> Squamous cell carcinoma"
"-Develops in the melanocytes
-Least common type but the most serious
-Often metastasizes to other areas - CORRECT ANSWER=> Melanoma"
"-Hematoma forms
-Necrosis of the broken bone ends occurs
-Fibroblasts invade the clot within a few days
-Fibroblasts secrete collagen fibers, which form a mass of cells and fibers called a callus
-Callus bridges the broken bone ends together inside and outside over 2-6 weeks
-Osteoblasts invade the callus and slowly convert it to bone in from 3 weeks to several months
(usually 4-6 weeks) - CORRECT ANSWER=> Fracture healing"
"-fat enters the bloodstream, usually after a long bone fracture
-Outcome can be fatal if the emboli travel to vital organs such as the lungs, brain, or heart
-Prevention: early immobilization - CORRECT ANSWER=> Fat embolism"
"-death of bone tissue due to a loss of blood supply
-Can result from displaced fractures or dislocations - CORRECT ANSWER=> Osteonecrosis"
"An individual does not produce his or her own antibodies, but rather receives them directly
from another source, such as mother to infant through breast milk - CORRECT ANSWER=> passive
immunity"
"natural infection, vaccines, - CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of active immunity"
"IgA in breast milk, maternal IgG crossing placenta, antitoxin, humanized monoclonal antibody -
CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of passive immunity"
"Immunity that is present only after exposure and is highly specific. - CORRECT ANSWER=>
acquired immunity"
"1) having the infection 2) vaccination - CORRECT ANSWER=> examples of acquired immunity"
"Immunity that is present before exposure and effective from birth. Responds to a broad range
of pathogens. - CORRECT ANSWER=> innate immunity"
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, "skin, hair, cilia, mucus membranes, digestive enzymes, stomach acidity, inflammatory response,
fever, inflammation - CORRECT ANSWER=> Examples of innate immunity"
"pain, pallor, pulselessness, paralysis, paresthesia - CORRECT ANSWER=> 5 P's of compartment
syndrome"
"severe pain or burning sensation
decreased strength in the extremity
paralysis of the extremity
pain with movement
extremity feeling hard to palpation
distal pulses, motor and sensory function possibly normal
emergency care focuses on treating any life threatening injuries first: immobilize and splint the
affected extremity and apply a cold pack or ice
it is extremely important to transport the patient since he may lose the limb if compartment
syndrome is not treated quickly and effectively - CORRECT ANSWER=> Signs and symptoms of
compartment syndrome"
"inflammation of the bones and joints - CORRECT ANSWER=> Osteoarthritis"
"-Heredity
-Obesity
-Injury
-Joint overuse - CORRECT ANSWER=> Causes of osteoarthritis"
"-Inactivity
-Nutritional deficits: ↓ Calcium , Vit. D, B, & B-12 & Folic Acid
-Lack of weight bearing activity
-Elderly
-Family history
-Hormonal changes
-Lifestyle choices: Tobacco smoking & Excess alcohol
-Medications - CORRECT ANSWER=> causes of osteoporosis"
"- balanced diet high in calcium and vit D
- calcium supplements
- regular weight bearing exercises (walking) - CORRECT ANSWER=> Prevention for osteoporosis"
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