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Pathophysiology Proctored Exam (Samuel Merit University) is a nursing-school practice exam with 45 questions. It is written for nursing students preparing for this course exam and for NCLEX-style review. Every question has its own page showing the full stem, all answer options, the correct answer, and a written rationale explaining why each option is right or wrong.
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Start Practice ExamA patient with a history of heart failure is prescribed torsemide. Which dietary modification should the nurse recommend?
A patient with hyperparathyroidism is likely to have which electrolyte imbalance?
True or False: A positive Trousseau's sign indicates hypercalcemia.
The nurse is monitoring a patient with postrenal acute kidney injury (AKI). Which conditions can lead to this type of AKI? (Select all that apply)
A patient with heart failure is prescribed sotalol for atrial fibrillation. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a potential concern?
A nurse is caring for a patient with CKD who has a hemoglobin level of 8.8 g/dL. Which treatment is expected? (Normal Hgb is 11.6 to 16 g/dL)
A patient with polycystic kidney disease (PKD) complains of hematuria and flank pain. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Which IV fluid is most appropriate for a patient experiencing severe dehydration?
What pattern of inheritance applies to Cystic Fibrosis?
Categorize the following causes of acute kidney injury (AKI) as prerenal, intrarenal, or postrenal:
A patient with Addison's disease is likely to have which electrolyte imbalance?
A patient with a serum sodium level of 120 mEq/L is at risk for which condition? (Normal Sodium: 135-145 mEq/L)
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of X-linked recessive disorders?
A patient is prescribed mannitol for increased intracranial pressure. What should the nurse monitor? (Select all that apply)
A patient with a serum sodium level of 155 mEq/L reports thirst and has dry mucous membranes. When asking the Healthcare Provider (HCP) for orders, which order is appropriate?
A patient is receiving intravenous fluids postoperatively. Which of the following signs indicates fluid volume overload?
An Angina Pectoris patient begins taking nifedipine [Procardia] a calcium channel blocker, along with metoprolol, to treat hypertension. The nurse understands that metoprolol is used to:
What is an example of co-dominance?
A patient with cirrhosis is prescribed spironolactone. What is the primary reason for this medication?
Which of the following are signs and symptoms of hypernatremia? (Select all that apply)