Asthma patho - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

ALL PATHO QUIZZES Q&A QUESTION 1 1. How does chest wall compliance in an infant differ from that of an adult? 2. 3.a. 4. An adult’s chest wall compliance is higher than an infant’s. 5. 6.b. 7. An adult’s chest wall compliance is lower than an infant’s. 8. 9.c. 10. An adult’s chest wall compliance is the same as an infant’s. 11. 12. d. 13. An adult’s chest wall compliance is dissimilar to that of an infant’s. QUESTION 2 1. Why is nasal congestion a serious t...

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...

innate immunity - ANSWER-Immunity that is present before exposure and effective from birth. Responds to a broad range of pathogens nonspecific, skin, short lived, complement system adaptive immunity - ANSWER-the ability to recognize and remember specific antigens and mount an attack on them slower, specific, long lived memory, antigen antibody(immunoglobulins) passive immunity - ANSWER-the short-term immunity that results from the introduction of antibodies from another person or ani...

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...

3x BP controls - 1. HR 2. Stroke volume 3. Peripheral resistance regulated by neurological, renal + endocrine processes 4 Classes of Pneumonia - 1. Community acquired 2. Hospital acquired 3. Aspiration pneumonia 4. Opportunistic pneumonia Acute Asthma Management - 1. Correct signs of hypoxaemia (low O2) 2. Reverse airflow obstruction quicky (pharmacological) 3. Plan to prevent (pt education) Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - Name given to 3 types of coronary artery disease that associa...

NR 507 Pulmonary Exam Questions with Correct Answers Anticholinergic drugs for asthma - ANSWER 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 red...

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...

final exam wcu patho 2024 Graded A+ endometriosis is -Answer-the presence of endometrial tissue outside the lining of the uterine cavity a severe life-threatening type 1 hypersensitivity reaction is -Answer-anaphylaxis abnormal cellular growth is referred to as -Answer-neoplasia colon cancer risk factors -Answer-age hereditary corhn's disease high-fat diet COPD type A is referred to as -Answer-emphysema which term is used to describe the deficiency in circulating platelets -Answer-thromb...

NU 155 Exam 2 Questions and Answers Pleurisy/ pleuritis: inflammation of the pleura - Ans:-*causes:* infection, medications, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis *s/s:* sharp, abrupt! onset, most evident on inspiration, shallow breathing and pleural friction rub *Tx:* splint affected side during coughing for relief, intercostal nerve block for severe pleuritic pain vesicular breath sounds - Ans:--heard in the 6th intercostal space over lung tissue -sounds low medium pitched, soft whooshing 2-3x len...

NURS 4110 PRIMARY CONCEPTS OF ADULT NURSING II FINAL LATEST UPDATED STUDY GUIDE ARIZONA COLLEGE OF NURSING