Homeostasis and Fractures Quiz
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What is the main function of negative feedback in homeostasis?

  • To amplify changes for faster response
  • To shut down the homeostatic mechanisms
  • To initiate the body's stress response
  • To maintain stability by counteracting changes (correct)
  • What is the primary role of nurses in post-operative patient care?

  • Coordinate with insurance companies for billing
  • Perform surgical procedures as required
  • Monitor the patient's condition and provide necessary care (correct)
  • Administer medication as per doctor's instructions
  • What is the main component of a full blood count?

  • Hemoglobin, hematocrit, and blood urea nitrogen
  • Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets (correct)
  • Glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides
  • Plasma, serum, and antibodies
  • What is the primary function of white blood cells?

    <p>Defending the body against infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of UREA in the body?

    <p>Removing waste nitrogen from the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte is essential for muscle contraction and nerve function?

    <p>Potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of sodium in the body?

    <p>Maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of calcium in the body?

    <p>Supporting bone and teeth health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypernatremia?

    <p>High sodium levels in the blood, leading to dehydration and neurological symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the healing stages of a bone fracture in the correct order?

    <p>Inflammation, soft callus formation, hard callus formation, bone remodeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can delay fracture healing?

    <p>Inadequate blood supply to the fracture site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the signs and symptoms of a fracture?

    <p>Pain, swelling, deformity, and loss of function in the injured area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of potassium in the body?

    <p>Supporting nerve function and muscle control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of a full blood count?

    <p>Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of white blood cells in the body?

    <p>Fighting infection and disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chain of homeostasis?

    <p>Stimulus, receptor, control center, effector, response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypermagnesemia?

    <p>High magnesium levels in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of sodium in the body?

    <p>Regulating blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of calcium in the body?

    <p>Assisting in bone formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of UREA in the body?

    <p>Excreting waste nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when it refers to homeostasis at the body level?

    <p>Maintaining stability within the entire body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are anions and examples?

    <p>Negatively charged ions, e.g., chloride and bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of nurses in post-operative patient care?

    <p>Monitoring vital signs and assessing for complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a full blood count?

    <p>A test to count the number of different blood cells in a sample</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of creatinine in the body?

    <p>Indicating kidney function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary causes of hypernatremia?

    <p>Dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of a full blood count?

    <p>Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of magnesium in the body?

    <p>Maintaining heart rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of potassium in the body?

    <p>Supporting muscle function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chain of homeostasis?

    <p>Stimulus, receptor, control center, effector, response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of white blood cells in the body?

    <p>Fighting infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are anions and examples?

    <p>Negatively charged ions, e.g., chloride, bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of UREA in the body?

    <p>Removing waste nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nurse’s role in post-operative patient care?

    <p>Monitoring vital signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the signs and symptoms of a fracture?

    <p>Pain, tenderness, deformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the healing stages of a bone fracture in the correct order?

    <p>Inflammation, soft callus formation, hard callus formation, bone remodeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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