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Which of the following disease processes involves a genetically programmed process of cell death?
Which of the following disease processes involves a genetically programmed process of cell death?
- Simple Necrosis
- Dry Gangrene
- Apoptosis (correct)
- Liquefaction Necrosis
A patient experiencing agitation, a rapid pulse, cool and clammy skin, and normal blood pressure is most likely exhibiting signs of what stage of shock?
A patient experiencing agitation, a rapid pulse, cool and clammy skin, and normal blood pressure is most likely exhibiting signs of what stage of shock?
- Obstructive Shock
- Irreversible Shock
- Decompensated Shock
- Compensated Shock (correct)
Which of the following best illustrates the body's compensatory mechanisms in response to hypoperfusion?
Which of the following best illustrates the body's compensatory mechanisms in response to hypoperfusion?
- Activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) and release of antidiuretic hormone. (correct)
- Fluid shifts from the vascular component into interstitial tissues to reduce preload.
- Decreased heart rate and vasodilation to reduce myocardial oxygen demand.
- Increased blood pressure and decreased respiratory rate to maintain oxygen saturation.
Which mechanism primarily leads to the development of systemic and pulmonary edema during continued hypoperfusion?
Which mechanism primarily leads to the development of systemic and pulmonary edema during continued hypoperfusion?
A patient presents with hypotension, labored breathing, absent peripheral pulses, and ashen skin. Which stage of shock is the patient most likely experiencing?
A patient presents with hypotension, labored breathing, absent peripheral pulses, and ashen skin. Which stage of shock is the patient most likely experiencing?
Which of the following mechanisms characterizes distributive shock?
Which of the following mechanisms characterizes distributive shock?
Which condition involves widespread infection and often leads to distributive shock?
Which condition involves widespread infection and often leads to distributive shock?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely lead to exogenous hypovolemic shock?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely lead to exogenous hypovolemic shock?
Which of the following is the most immediate consequence of impaired cellular metabolism during shock?
Which of the following is the most immediate consequence of impaired cellular metabolism during shock?
What is the primary role of the membrane attack complex (MAC) in the immune response?
What is the primary role of the membrane attack complex (MAC) in the immune response?
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Genetic Diseases
Genetic Diseases
Diseases influenced by genetic factors, such as chromosomal disorders or gene mutations.
Nutritional Imbalances
Nutritional Imbalances
Nutritional excesses, deficiencies, or imbalances that impair health and cellular function.
Apoptosis
Apoptosis
A normal, genetically programmed process of cell death essential for development and tissue homeostasis.
Necrosis
Necrosis
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Hypoperfusion
Hypoperfusion
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Compensatory mechanisms in shock
Compensatory mechanisms in shock
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Shock
Shock
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Cardiogenic Shock
Cardiogenic Shock
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Hypovolemic Shock
Hypovolemic Shock
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MODS
MODS
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