PVL systems Comprehensive Exam Prep Actual Questions And Correct Detailed Answers.
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Arteries carry - correct answer oxygenated blood away from the heart
Veins carry - correct answer deoxygenated blood to the heart
what does the spleen do? - correct answer ...
Arteries carry - correct answer oxygenated blood away from the heart
Veins carry - correct answer deoxygenated blood to the heart
what does the spleen do? - correct answer destroys old rbc's, produces
antibodies, filters microorganisms from the blood
what does the tonsils respond to? - correct answer inflammation
what does the thymus do? - correct answer develops T lymphocytes in the
immune system of children, atrophies after puberty
what is the primary function of the lymphatic system? - correct answer drain
excess fluid and plasma proteins from bodily tissues and return them to the venous system
what happens during circulation? - correct answer more fluid leaves the
capillaries than the veins can absorb
what does draining excess fluid prevent? - correct answer edema (a buildup of
fluid in the interstitial space)
What is arteriosclerosis? - correct answer hardening or thickening of the
arterial walls
arteriosclerosis in older adults - correct answer blood vessels become thick
and stiff that restricts blood flow
peripheral blood vessels are more rigid w/ age
, What is artherosclerosis? - correct answer -plaque that is formed inside the
walls of arteries
Atherosclerosis in older adults - correct answer develops gradually
increases with smokers and diabetics
What does artherosclerosis lead to? - correct answer PAD (undiagnosed and
treated), painful walking, poor wound healing, increased risk for DVT's and even Pes
What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm? - correct answer an enlargement of
the aorta, the main blood vessel that delivers blood to the body at the level of the abdomen
1. Balloon like dilation of the abdominal aorta
2. Usually arises below the renal arteries, but ABOVE the aortic bifurcation***
if the aneurysm is growing larger, pulsations at the abdomen may be palpable or visible
a ruptured aneurysm is life threatening
small =less than 5.5 centimeters or slow growing
larger = opposite (ruptures first)
risk factors for an AAA - correct answer male, obese, over 60, family heart
history, HBP, high cholesterol, sedentary lifestyle, smoker
if a patient w/ an AAA has sudden _____ yk it has ruptured - correct answer
pain in abdomen and back, clammy (wet skin), sweaty skin, increased HR, Loss of consciousness
signs that can be associated with arterial insufficiency - correct answer cold,
pale, clammy skin on extremities, shiny skin
signs that can be associated with venous insufficiency - correct answer warm
skin, edema, & brown pigmentation around the ankles
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