NR 283 Quiz 3

NR 283 Quiz 3

Student Name

Chamberlain University

NR-283: Pathophysiology

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Date

Pathophysiology

Name: ___

The following pathophysiology questions address topics relevant to hematology and cardiology, focusing on various disease mechanisms, causes, and symptoms associated with conditions like anemia, atherosclerosis, and heart failure. Each question is worth 1.5 points, except for question 17, which is worth 1 point.

What term is used to describe a deficit of white blood cells?

Options:
a. Leukopenia
b. Neutropenia
c. Pancytopenia
d. Erythrocytosis

Why are individuals with type AB blood considered universal recipients?

Options:
a. Contains A and B antibodies
b. Contains A and B antigens
c. Lacks A and B antibodies
d. Lacks A and B antigens

What causes numbness and tingling in individuals with untreated pernicious anemia?

Options:
a. Persistent hyperbilirubinemia
b. Increasing acidosis affecting metabolism
c. Multiple small vascular occlusions affecting peripheral nerves
d. Vitamin B12 deficit causing peripheral nerve damage

What is the cause of sickle cell anemia?

Options:
a. Defective gene inherited from both parents
b. Chronic bacterial infection
c. Bone marrow depression
d. Autoimmune reaction

In cases of polycythemia vera, why is blood pressure elevated?

Options:
a. Frequent infarcts in coronary circulation
b. Increased blood volume
c. Congested spleen and bone marrow
d. Increased renin and aldosterone secretion

NR 283 Quiz 3

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References

American Heart Association. (2021). Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics.