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ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY UTMB 5355 EXAM 3 /UTMB5355 Exam 3 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS 2023/2024 LATEST GUIDE. 2 / 11 1. Biogenic AmineTheory linked to depression: Deficiency of neurotransmittersin brain of norepinephrine, dopamine, and/or serotonin. Particularly, a decrease in receptor binding with serotonin. 2. Neurotransmitter Receptor Hypothesis linked to depression: A deficiency ofmonoamine neurotransmitters at neuronal synapses. 3. Antidepressants increase: Neuronal synaptic l...

Metastatic calcification - Calcium infiltration into *normal tissue* (Hypervitaminosis D) Dystrophic calcification - Calcium infiltration into *abnormal tissue* (atherosclerosis, atheroma) Caseous degeneration - Degeneration associated with tuberculosis Enzymatic degeneration - Degeneration associated with the pancreas Fatty degeneration - This degeneration is seen in the liver (nutmeg liver)and heart (tabby cat heart). In blood vessels, it begins as a fatty dot -> fatty streak -&...

What is CAD ? - Answer-coronary artery disease What causes coronary heart disease? - Answer-build up of plaque made by cholesterol in the arteries How do you diagnose CAD ? - Answer-EKG Echo Stress test Chest xray Angiogram What is ischemia? - Answer-lack of blood flow ischemia is also called ? - Answer-Coronary artery disease what are the assessment findings for ischemia ? - Answer-Pain or discomfort in upper body Angina Cold sweat Feeling full , indigestion Nausea Di...

1. A program for tobacco use cessation is an essential component of the dental hygiene care plan for appropriate patients. The first step for tobacco dependence intervention is to: A advise users about using tobacco products. B ask patients about their current tobacco use habits. C suggest the use of a nicotine replacement gum or lozenges. D educate patients about the risks of tobacco use to themselves and others. B ask patients about their current tobacco use habits. B>A>C>D ...

Advanced Pathophysiology Summer 2024 UTA 5315 Test 3 Mitral Valve Stenosis - answer- Characterized by NARROWING of mitral valve - Normal is 4-6 cm -Narrowed is less than 2.5 cm - Caused by RHEUMATIC FEVER -More common in WOMEN -Oxygenated blood comes back into heart into the left atrium and down through the mitral valve to the left ventricle - Complex: Stenosis leads to volume/pressure in left atrium, which results in atrial hypertrophy/dilation, which increases pressure/volume in the ...

NURS 607 ADVANCED PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE VERIFIED AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES WELL EXPLAINED BY EXPERTS AND GRADED A+ ALREADY PASSED!!!!!!!!!LATEST 2024 UPDATE WITH 100% GUARANTEED SUCCESS AFTER DOWNLOAD ( ALL YOU NEED TO PASS YOUR EXAMS) Pallor indicates Anemia (Hemoglobin) Cyanosis idicates (Blue color) Decreased oxygen in the blood or decreased blood flow (restriction, cold, ect.) Jaundice indicates (Yellowing of the skin) increased bilirubin...

T/F: In the US, more men than women die of CVD (cardiovascular disease) False In US women, what is the approximate ratio of deaths caused by CVD (cardiovascular disease)? 1 in 5 Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More 75% of myocardial infarctions occur due to rupture of plaques in blood vessels that are ___ occluded. Less than 50% Stress tests do not identify obstruction until a ___ lesion i...

Define adaptation - Answer Reduction of sensory responsiveness when stimulation is unchanging. It prevents us from having to respond continuously to unimportant information Explain the adaptation process for the visual pathway - Answer Low levels of Ca++ activate recoverin which activates rhodopsin kinase, phosphorylates rhodopsin, arrestin binds and shuts off pathway Explain the adaptation process for the auditory pathway - Answer (prolonged stimulus) Stereocilia are bent, tip links...

Midterm Exam: NR576 / NR 576 Differential Diagnosis in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers (2023/ 2024 Newly Updated) Q: What is Pityriasis Rosea? Answer: A common, self-limiting rash. Q: How does Pityriasis Rosea usually start? Answer: With an erythematous lesion on the trunk. Q: What are the other symptoms of Pityriasis Rosea? Answer: Malaise, nausea, joint pain, fever, sore throat, and/or swollen lym...

What is the most reliable method of confirming and montioring correct placement of an ET tube? - Answer- Continuous waveform capnography The upper airway consists of... - Answer- Nose, Mouth, Jaw, Oral Cavity, Pharynx, and Larynx No gas exchange occurs here __________, it's called ____________. - Answer- Nose to terminal bronchioles, anatomical dead space. (2ml/kg of inspired tidal volume) They conduct airflow towards gas exchange units. Crycothyroid membrane - Answer- between thyroid ...