NURS 6501 Final Exam Review Guide

NURS 6501 Final Exam Review Guide (Weeks 7-11) • Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems • Pathophysiological changes related to Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function • How does patient characteristics such as racial and ethnic variables impact altered physiology? • How does the pathophysiology of spinal injuries impact patients? • What is the impact of patient characteristics on disorders and altered physiology. Common Neurological and MS disorders and the pathophysiological nature of these issues in adults and children: Concepts of Neurological and Musculoskeletal Disorders Stroke • Cerebrovascular disease is the most frequently occurring neurologic disorder. Any abnormality of the blood vessels of the brain is referred to as cerebrovascular disease includes vessel wall abnormalities and vascular malformations, thrombotic or embolic occlusion, and increased blood viscosity or clotting. • Cerebrovascular disease causes o ischemia with or without infarction and hemorrhage. o The common clinical manifestation is a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke syndrome. o Hypertension is the greatest risk factor followed by other preventable risks. • CVAs are classified according to the pathophysiology and include ischemic (thrombotic, embolic, and hypoperfusion), lacunar (small vessel