Asthma patho - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NR 507 Pulmonary Latest 2024 100% Pass Anticholinergic drugs for asthma Fast-acting treatment for asthma -Tiopropium and Iprapropium -block acetylcholine binding (remember this is NT transmitter released in the parasympathetic stimulation which causes constriction of the bronchi by blocking it, we decrease the parasympathetic response therefore preventing constriction. -Atrovent & Spiriva both prevent the muscle bands around the airways from tightening thus reduce in exacerbation. Asthma A chr...

Pulmology Patho Exam Questions with Correct Answers Define pleural effusion and describe the two different forms of it - Answer-definition = fluid accumulation within the pleural space 1. transudative (hydrothorax) = intact capillaries, low protein, due to condition that DO NOT directly affect pleural tissue and result in fluid diffuses out of capillaries due to high hydrostatic pressure (HF) and low plasma proteins (cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome) 2. exudative = leaky capillaries, high ...

Advanced Pathophysiology NURS 5350 Exam 3 What is a cough? Protective reflex that helps clear the airways by an explosive expiration. Acute cough: 2-3 weeks Chronic cough: longer than 3 weeks. Causes: Post nasal drip, GERD, medications (ACE). Hypoventilation vs. Hyperventilation? Hypo: Alveolar ventilation is INADEQUATE: leads to RESPIRATORY ACIDOSIS. Hyper: Alveolar ventilation EXCEEDS metabolic demands: Leads to RESPIRATORY ALKALOSIS. What is clubbing? A pai...

Ventilation - ANSWER-Inspiration of oxygen Expiration of carbon dioxide from the blood Ventilation requires which muscles - ANSWER-Intercostal muscles diaphragm muscles Sternocleidomastoid muscles Factors effecting ventilation - ANSWER-*Compliance-muscles ability for lungs to expand (rib expansion) *Elasticity-ability for lungs to return to relaxed shape *Resistance-airway resistance(mucus, aspiration, bronchospasm) *Work of breathing-how difficult it is to breath(obesity, prego) ...

WCU Patho Ch. Exam Questions and Answers (Graded A) Type I hypersensitivity -Answer-is an immediate allergic or anaphylactic (ex. anaphylactic shock/ allergic response) type of reaction mediated primarily by sensitized mast cells. The reaction is initiated when IgE antibodies located on the mast cell membrane are bound by antigen, with subsequent cross-linking of IgE receptors. Mast cell degranulation releases chemicals that mediate the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis. Released histamin...

NUR 2063 Patho Exam 2 Study Guide Essentials of Pathophysiology (Rasmussen University) Downloaded by ANTONY KIMANI () Exam Guidelines: 50 questions in 75 min = 1.5 minutes per question. Respondus Lockdown Browser is required, make sure browser if functional before exam. Study guide material should be obtained from textbook, use lecture as a chapter overview. Call IT if needed or email for proof of issue . The fol...

Patho SG exam 1 Question and answers 2023/2024 verified to passadaptive coping strategies - correct answer exercise, physical activities, good nutrition, sleep, social support, gratitude, compassion, meditation, yoga, walking, dancing, music, mindfullness therapy maladaptive coping strategies - correct answer increased smoking, decreased exercise, decreased sleep, poor diet cardiovascular diseases stress outcomes - correct answer -coronary artery disease -HTN -stroke -disturban...

Rasmussen Patho Final Exam Review 2024 Questions with correct Answers What is the best way a nurse can assess if their client has altered brain function? a. Normal cranial nerve assessment b. Asking addition and subtraction questions c. Altered level of consciousness d. Vital signs -answerC. altered level of consciousness What hormones help to raise the blood sugar level to help maintain homeostasis? a. Insulin b. Thyroxine c. Renin d.Glucagon -answerD. Glucagon What are signs of men...

Advanced Patho HESI Questions and Answers Rated A+ The nurse hears short, high-pitched sounds just before the end of inspiration in the right and left lower lobes when auscultating a client's lungs. How should this finding be recorded? Fine crackles are short, high pitched sounds heard just before the end of inspiration that are the result of rapid equalization of pressure when collapsed alveoli or terminal bronchioles suddenly snap open. The nurse is assessing an older client and determines ...

FNP Review Dunphy-Chapter 17 Endocrine and Metabolic Problems Questions and Answers 100% Pass Which of the following medications can impact the functioning of the thyroid gland? A. Amiodarone, lithium, and interferon-alpha B. Labetolol, lisinopril, and losartan C. HCTZ, chlorthalidone, and losartan D. Omeprazole, atorvastatin, and lisinopril - Correct Answer ️️ -A. Amiodarone can cause hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Lithium and interferon-alpha can cause thyroid dysfunction. Sho...