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Which manifestation is expected with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?
A. Oliguria.B. Weight loss.C. Increased thirst.D. Hypernatremia.
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What is the best description of Addison's disease?
A. It is caused by the lack of cortisol and aldosteroB. It is caused by the overproduction of growth hormoC. It is caused by a lack of insulin production by thD. It is caused by the overproduction of parathyroid
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What term describes a blockage in the pulmonary artery by a blood clot or mass of other material?
A. Pneumothorax.B. Pulmonary hypertension.C. Pulmonary embolus.D. Pulmonary edema.
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What manifestation is expected when a person with a spinal cord injury develops autonomic dysreflexia?
A. Headache.B. Hyperkalemia.C. Hypotension.D. Diarrhea.
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What is a risk factor for developing osteoporosis?
A. Increased exercise.B. Increased vitamin D intake.C. Increased age.D. Increased dietary protein.
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Which condition can result when the manifestations of asthma are not reversed by therapy such as breathing treatments and inhalers?
A. Extrinsic asthma.B. Bronchospasm.C. Intrinsic asthma.D. Status asthmaticus.
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Which individual risk factor contributes to impaired glucose regulation?
A. A body mass index of 23.B. A diet low in saturated fats.C. A sedentary lifestyle.D. A high-fiber diet.
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What manifestation(s) occur when a person has diabetes insipidus? Select all that apply.
A. Increased thirst.B. Decreased heart rate.C. Decreased blood pressure.D. Increased glucose level.
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Which statement best describes a comminuted fracture?
A. A fracture where the bone is broken on one side anB. A fracture where one end of the bone is forced intC. A fracture where there are multiple fracture linesD. A fracture where the sharp edge of the bone has br
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What manifestation is expected when the kidneys lack adequate oxygen?
A. Confusion.B. Sweating.C. Anemia.D. Chest pain.
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What hormone affects glucose regulation?
A. Erythropoietin.B. Antidiuretic hormone.C. Norepinephrine.D. Aldosterone.
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What pathophysiologic change(s) occur in the body when a person has emphysema? Select all that apply.
A. The septae and walls of the alveoli are destroyed.B. Formation of elastic fibers allows the lungs to reC. Alveolar air spaces become permanently inflated.D. Bronchial wall thickening leads to narrowed airway
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What action(s) should a person take when they have an acute wrist sprain? Select all that apply.
A. Apply a warm pack to the affected wrist.B. Keep the wrist elevated above the heart.C. Stabilize the wrist with an elastic wrap.D. Rest the affected wrist until it is healed.
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Myxedema coma is a complication of which disorder?
A. Cortisol insufficiency.B. Hyperthyroidism.C. Hypothyroidism.D. Pheochromocytoma.
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During an acute asthma exacerbation, what manifestation is most concerning?
A. Thick mucus.B. Cough.C. Dyspnea.D. Fatigue.
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What statement accurately describes type 1 diabetes mellitus?
A. The pancreas produces insulin, but the body doesn'B. Insulin levels are elevated due to overstimulationC. A lack of insulin results in the inability of glucD. Excess stress stimulates the pancreas to reduce in
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For each manifestation, click to specify whether the manifestation is observed in hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
A. Nervousness, heat intolerance, and increased appetB. Unintentional weight loss and bradycardia are bothC. Periorbital edema and bradycardia are associated wD. Heat intolerance and periorbital edema are both as
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What complication may occur as a result of hyperparathyroidism?
A. Tetany.B. Tingling fingers.C. Renal calculi.D. Diarrhea.
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Which physiologic alteration occurs to cause anemia in chronic renal failure?
A. Inadequate production of erythropoietin.B. Insufficient intestinal absorption of iron.C. Vitamin B12 deficiency.D. Shortened red blood cell lifespan due to circulati
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What acute complication is more common in type 2 diabetes and causes high blood sugar and severe dehydration?
A. Hypoglycemia.B. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).C. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS).D. Renal failure.
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What manifestation is expected with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?
A. Hyponatremia.B. Polyuria.C. Hypotension.D. Polydipsia.
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Which complication(s) may result from prolonged periods of immobility? Select all that apply.
A. Joint contractures.B. Pressure ulcers.C. Polyuria.D. Increased calcium.
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What is a manifestation of type 1 diabetes?
A. Oliguria.B. Lack of appetite.C. Weight loss.D. Night sweats
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What structural change is characteristic of chronic bronchitis?
A. Bullae development in the lungs.B. Destruction of the alveolar walls.C. Hypertrophy of mucous glands.D. Increased surfactant production.
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Which manifestation(s) are characteristic of Cushing's syndrome? Select all that apply.
A. Fragile skin.B. Muscle wasting.C. Moon face.D. Hypoglycemia.
W8 NR283 Pathophysiology proctored exam