NUR 376 Exam 2 | 100+ Q&A | Respiratory, Renal, GI, Neurological, Pain & Stress Disorders – 2026, Concordia University St. Paul

This expert-verified study guide contains over 100 exam-style questions and answers for NUR 376 Exam 2, providing in-depth coverage of pathophysiology across major body systems. Designed for nursing students at Concordia University St. Paul, the content ensures a strong understanding of disease mechanisms, diagnostics, clinical manifestations, and treatment protocols. The document is ideal for preparing for course exams, ATI testing, or NCLEX-RN board exams. The Q&A format facilitates rapid recall and detailed comprehension of core pathophysiology topics, including: Respiratory system: Ventilation, perfusion, pneumonia (types, risk factors, treatment), obstructive sleep apnea, tuberculosis, chronic hypoxia, emphysema, bronchiectasis, and various forms of pneumothorax Gastrointestinal system: GERD, Barrett’s Esophagus, IBS vs. IBD, ulcerative colitis, appendicitis, hepatitis (types A-E), gallbladder disorders, peptic ulcer disease Renal system: Acute kidney injury (prerenal, intrarenal, postrenal), chronic renal failure, glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, UTI, urinalysis interpretations, dialysis modalities (hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, CRRT), electrolyte imbalances Neurological system: Stroke (ischemic, hemorrhagic, TIA), ICP, seizures, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis Pain and stress: Types of pain (acute, chronic, neuropathic, visceral, somatic, referred), Gate Control Theory, nociception, stress response phases, maladaptive vs. adaptive coping mechanisms, allostatic load Clinical red flags and diagnostics: ABG changes in respiratory failure, incentive spirometry use in atelectasis, electrolyte ranges, and tracheal shift implications This guide is structured for academic excellence and clinical relevance, preparing students to confidently apply knowledge in high-stakes environments. Recommended for: Students enrolled in NUR 376 or advanced pathophysiology nursing courses BSN and ADN students preparing for unit exams, ATI, or NCLEX-RN Learners aiming to master system-based pathophysiological reasoning Educators, tutors, and preceptors delivering clinical case-based instruction Keywords: NUR 376, pathophysiology, pneumonia, tuberculosis, COPD, emphysema, asthma, pneumothorax, GERD, ulcerative colitis, hepatitis, renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, dialysis, stroke, seizure, Alzheimer's, Parkinson’s, ALS, pain types, stress response, chronic illness, NCLEX prep, ATI nursing exam, Concordia University St. Paul