30 Questions
Which type of seizures results in abnormal neuronal activity in both hemispheres of the brain?
Generalized seizures
What is the most sensitive indicator of altered brain functioning?
Altered level of consciousness
A client experiences excruciating pain that radiates along the side of their face induced by shaving and while eating, what disorder does the nurse suspect?
Trigeminal neuralgia
Which of the following is a component of the pathophysiology of shock which causes lactic acid to accumulate in the body?
Tissue hypoxia
Which of the following is the earliest sign of decreased cardiac output?
Capillary refill less than 3 seconds
Identify which clinical manifestation is a common finding of all forms of heart failure.
Peripheral edema
What is a typical manifestation of decreased cardiac output?
Fluid accumulation
Which blood pressure values are classified as stage 2 hypertension?
165/94 mmHg
What condition involves chest pain with exertion?
Angina pectoris
Which of the following represent examples of insensible water loss?
Breathing and sweating
What is a characteristic of edema?
Decreased plasma
How can an autoimmune disease be best described?
Failure of the immune system to distinguish 'self' from 'non-self'
What causes inflammation of the vagina with copious smelling yellow vaginal discharge?
Trichomoniasis
Which term describes the temporary displacement of a bone from its normal position?
Dislocation
A 60-year-old client reports pain in the knees but denies any previous spine issues. Which diagnosis is supported by these symptoms?
Osteoarthritis
Which term is used to identify a bone fracture that consists of two or more pieces?
Comminuted fracture
Which characteristic is NOT associated with bronchiolitis?
Bradypnea
What is true regarding hypoventilation?
The PaCO2 exceeds 45mm Hg
What is the likely condition of a client experiencing gradually increased dyspnea, anxiety, and edema of the feet and ankles?
Heart failure
Which manifestations are present in anaphylactic shock?
Airway obstruction and hypotension
What causes type 2 diabetes?
Peripheral tissue insulin resistance
What is the cause of acromegaly?
An overactive pituitary gland
What triggers activation of the renin angiotensin system (RAAS)?
Decreased blood flow to the kidneys
What would result in a prerenal kidney injury?
Hemorrhage
How does hemoglobin amount affect oxygenation status?
Decreased hemoglobin causes reduced oxygen-carrying capacity
What is the process of moving air into the lungs called?
Ventilation
How is a hemorrhagic stroke different from a thromboembolic stroke?
A hemorrhagic stroke is the result of bleeding in or around the brain
What describes the pathophysiology of multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Demyelination of the neurons
What is a key feature of Paget disease?
Enlarged thick bones
Which condition is presented by a lateral curvature of the spine?
Scoliosis
Test your knowledge on medical conditions such as vaginal infections and orthopedic injuries like bone displacement. Identify the causes of inflammation and symptoms related to different conditions.
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