, Wilkes University NSG 533 Pathophysiology
Exam 3 Review 2026 | Verified Q&A | Graded A+
1. If a 60-year-old woman, five years post-menopause, is prescribed Calcitonin for osteoporosis,
what outcome should be expected from this treatment?
No change in bone mineral density
An increase in bone mineral density at the spine
An increase in calcium levels in the blood
A decrease in bone mineral density at the hip
2. What is the primary metabolic abnormality associated with gout?
Low calcium levels
Increased glucose levels
High cholesterol levels
Excessive uric acid in the blood
3. Describe the significance of vitamin D intake for adults aged 50 and older in relation to bone
health.
Vitamin D is only important for children and has no effect on adults.
Vitamin D intake is only necessary for those with existing bone disorders.
Vitamin D does not play a role in calcium absorption.
Adequate vitamin D intake is crucial for maintaining bone health and preventing
osteoporosis in adults aged 50 and older.
,4. Discuss how chronic conditions like renal impairment can affect the management
of gout.
Chronic renal impairment requires the use of more potent medications for gout.
Chronic renal impairment has no effect on gout management.
Chronic renal impairment can affect the elimination of uric acid, necessitating
adjustments in gout medication dosages.
Chronic renal impairment allows for higher doses of gout medications.
5. Describe how hormone replacement therapy contributes to the management of osteoporosis
in postmenopausal women.
Hormone replacement therapy contributes to osteoporosis management by
maintaining bone density and lowering the risk of fractures.
Hormone replacement therapy is used to increase muscle mass in postmenopausal
women.
Hormone replacement therapy is only effective in premenopausal women.
Hormone replacement therapy primarily focuses on pain relief without
affecting bone density.
6. If a patient experiences a gout attack and delays taking colchicine, what might be the
expected outcome regarding the effectiveness of the treatment?
Increased effectiveness of the treatment
Reduced effectiveness of the treatment
No change in treatment effectiveness
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7. In addition to the appropriate pharmacologic treatment, which nonpharmacologic
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therapy is best to recommend for pts with gout?
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day for women.
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8. What are common symptoms associated with osteoarthritis?
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9. Which medications are considered first-line treatments foracute gout attacks?
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10. Which gender is more commonly associated with a higher risk of developing osteoporosis?
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Exam 3 Review 2026 | Verified Q&A | Graded A+
1. If a 60-year-old woman, five years post-menopause, is prescribed Calcitonin for osteoporosis,
what outcome should be expected from this treatment?
No change in bone mineral density
An increase in bone mineral density at the spine
An increase in calcium levels in the blood
A decrease in bone mineral density at the hip
2. What is the primary metabolic abnormality associated with gout?
Low calcium levels
Increased glucose levels
High cholesterol levels
Excessive uric acid in the blood
3. Describe the significance of vitamin D intake for adults aged 50 and older in relation to bone
health.
Vitamin D is only important for children and has no effect on adults.
Vitamin D intake is only necessary for those with existing bone disorders.
Vitamin D does not play a role in calcium absorption.
Adequate vitamin D intake is crucial for maintaining bone health and preventing
osteoporosis in adults aged 50 and older.
,4. Discuss how chronic conditions like renal impairment can affect the management
of gout.
Chronic renal impairment requires the use of more potent medications for gout.
Chronic renal impairment has no effect on gout management.
Chronic renal impairment can affect the elimination of uric acid, necessitating
adjustments in gout medication dosages.
Chronic renal impairment allows for higher doses of gout medications.
5. Describe how hormone replacement therapy contributes to the management of osteoporosis
in postmenopausal women.
Hormone replacement therapy contributes to osteoporosis management by
maintaining bone density and lowering the risk of fractures.
Hormone replacement therapy is used to increase muscle mass in postmenopausal
women.
Hormone replacement therapy is only effective in premenopausal women.
Hormone replacement therapy primarily focuses on pain relief without
affecting bone density.
6. If a patient experiences a gout attack and delays taking colchicine, what might be the
expected outcome regarding the effectiveness of the treatment?
Increased effectiveness of the treatment
Reduced effectiveness of the treatment
No change in treatment effectiveness
, k Complete resolution of symptoms k k k
7. In addition to the appropriate pharmacologic treatment, which nonpharmacologic
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therapy is best to recommend for pts with gout?
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k Avoidingexercise. k
k Limiting alcohol consumption to less than 2 drinks per day for men and less than 1 drink per
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day for women.
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k Incorporating high-fat dairy products into diet. k k k k k
k Consuming organ meats high in purine (e.g., liver, kidney). k k k k k k k k
8. What are common symptoms associated with osteoarthritis?
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k Joint pain and stiffness
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k Nausea and vomiting k k
k Skin rash and itching
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k Fatigue and fever k k
9. Which medications are considered first-line treatments foracute gout attacks?
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k Antidepressants and antipsychotics k k
k Antibiotics and analgesics k k
k Opioids and muscle relaxants k k k
k NSAIDs, colchicine, and corticosteroids k k k
10. Which gender is more commonly associated with a higher risk of developing osteoporosis?
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k Male gender k
