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    1. What manifestation is expected when a person with a spinal cord injury develops autonomic dysreflexia?
      A)
      Bradycardia.
      B)
      Hyperkalemia.
      C)
      Hypotension.
      D)
      Chest pain.
    2. Which finding is most concerning in a person with a left femur fracture?
      A)
      Inability to bear weight on the left leg.
      B)
      Redness of the left thigh.
      C)
      Absent pulses in the left lower leg.
      D)
      Edema around the injury site.
    3. When a person experiences impaired gas exchange, how does the body compensate to maintain homeostasis?
      A)
      The body increases glucose absorption.
      B)
      The body decreases the respiratory rate.
      C)
      The body increases the blood pressure.
      D)
      The body decreases alveoli surface area.
    4. What is a function of the thyroid gland?
      A)
      The thyroid gland filters toxins from the body.
      B)
      The thyroid gland secretes epinephrine.
      C)
      The thyroid gland regulates metabolism.
      D)
      The thyroid gland makes digestive enzymes.
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    1. Why does hypoxia occur when a person has pneumonia?
      A)
      Hyperinflation of the alveoli reduces surface area for gas exchange.
      B)
      The infection causes blood to thicken, which reduces oxygen flow.
      C)
      Exudate enters the alveoli, which impairs the diffusion of oxygen.
      D)
      Swelling in the trachea results in a complete airway obstruction.
    2. What manifestation occurs due to air trapping and overinflation of the lungs in a person with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
      A)
      Fatigue.
      B)
      Barrel chest.
      C)
      Lack of appetite.
      D)
      Clubbed fingers.
    3. What manifestation indicates a person with type 2 diabetes mellitus may be experiencing hypoglycemia?
      A)
      Restlessness.
      B)
      Bradycardia.
      C)
      Polyuria.
      D)
      Fruity breath.
    4. What is the most effective method to prevent an asthma exacerbation?
      A)
      Eat a healthy balanced diet.
      B)
      Exercise regularly.
      C)
      Identify and avoid triggers.
      D)
      Create a plan for exacerbations.
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    1. What action should a person with sickle cell anemia take to prevent a sickling crisis?
      A)
      Exercise in high altitudes.
      B)
      Take prescribed pain medications.
      C)
      Avoid becoming dehydrated.
      D)
      Eat a high-protein, high-fat diet.
    2. What manifestation is expected in a person with Addison's disease?
      A)
      Hypokalemia.
      B)
      Hypertension.
      C)
      Hypoglycemia.
      D)
      Hypernatremia.
    3. Why is viral pneumonia difficult to treat?
      A)
      Because viruses often cause the lungs to resist oxygen.
      B)
      Because viruses can only be cured with antibiotic therapy.
      C)
      Because viruses take over host cells and mutate rapidly.
      D)
      Because viruses require surgery to remove the infection.
    4. Which condition can cause impaired gas exchange?
      A)
      Increased usable oxygen in the environment.
      B)
      Increased amount of hemoglobin carrying oxygen.
      C)
      Increased carbon dioxide in the environment.
      D)
      Increased number of alveoli exchanging oxygen.
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    1. What is a complication of prolonged immobility?
      A)
      Decreased red blood cell production.
      B)
      High blood pressure.
      C)
      Pulmonary embolus.
      D)
      Decreased iron supply.
    2. What is a manifestation of diabetic ketoacidosis?
      A)
      Bounding pulses.
      B)
      Increased pH level.
      C)
      Dry mucous membranes.
      D)
      Decreased heart rate.
    3. Why does erythema (redness) occur when a person experiences a bone fracture?
      A)
      The lymphatic system absorbs an increased amount of fluid.
      B)
      Increased vasodilation brings more blood to the injury site.
      C)
      The inflammatory process increases capillary permeability.
      D)
      The immune system blocks lymphatic drainage in the body.
    4. A person is at risk for pernicious anemia due to a lack of intrinsic factor and decreased what?
      A)
      Vitamin B12 absorption.
      B)
      Synthesis of albumin.
      C)
      Iron intake.
      D)
      Folic acid storage.
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    1. A person is at risk for pernicious anemia due to a lack of intrinsic factor and decreased what?
      A)
      Treatment for cancer.
      B)
      Increased blood loss.
      C)
      Vitamin B12 absorption.
      D)
      Iron storage.
    2. What finding in a person with type 1 diabetes is most concerning?
      A)
      Feeling tired.
      B)
      Polydipsia.
      C)
      Heart palpitations.
      D)
      Report of hunger.
    3. What are the manifestations of hyperglycemia? Select all that apply.
      A)
      Polyuria.
      B)
      Photophobia.
      C)
      Dysphagia.
      D)
      Polyphagia.
      E)
      Excessive thirst.
      F)
      Choice D rationale
    4. What term describes the process by which oxygen is transported into the blood and cells, and carbon dioxide is transported out?
      A)
      Circulation.
      B)
      Ventilation.
      C)
      Gas exchange.
      D)
      Bronchodilation.
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    1. Why does petechiae occur in individuals with aplastic anemia?
      A)
      Decreased red blood cells.
      B)
      Decreased leukocytes.
      C)
      Decreased platelets.
      D)
      Decreased hemoglobin.
    2. What is the best description of the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis?
      A)
      A bone infection that is typically caused by bacteria.
      B)
      Bone resorption exceeds bone formation leading to fragile bones.
      C)
      Articular cartilage is damaged through erosion resulting from excessive mechanical stress.
      D)
      An abnormal immune response resulting in synovitis and cartilage deterioration.
    3. At this time, you are required to complete a second identity verification by holding up your Chamberlain photo ID badge or any other government, state, or professional photo ID in the webcam view.
      A)
      I held up my Chamberlain photo ID badge or any other government, state, or professional photo ID in the webcam view.
      B)
      I am choosing not to follow the assessment instructions and acknowledge that doing so may be considered a code of conduct violation.
      C)
      I will complete the verification process at the end of the examination period.
      D)
      I do not have a valid photo identification card available at this moment.
    4. What statement accurately describes type 2 diabetes mellitus?
      A)
      The pancreas produces insulin, but the body doesn't use it properly.
      B)
      Insulin levels are elevated due to overstimulation of the pancreas.
      C)
      A lack of insulin results in the inability of glucose to enter the cells.
      D)
      Excess stress stimulates the pancreas to reduce insulin production.
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