Rasmussen Pathophysiology Exam 1
Questions and Answers 100% PASS
function of mitochondria—ANSWER--ATP production/cellular respiration, powerhouse
of the cell
Rough ER—ANSWER--That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum studded with
ribosomes.
Smooth ER—ANSWER--That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum that is free of
ribosomes.
Homeostasis—ANSWER--A tendency to maintain a balanced or constant internal state;
the regulation of any aspect of body chemistry, such as blood glucose, around a
particular level
Hypertrophy—ANSWER--increase in muscle/tissue size, excessive development
atrophy—ANSWER--the wasting away of a body organ or tissue; any progressive decline
or failure; to waste away
Ischemia—ANSWER--an inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body,
especially the heart muscles.
S/S of Objective Data—ANSWER--Any observations made by using your senses (pts.
blood pressure, physical findings, and lab values)
, S/S of Subjective Data—ANSWER--Any symptoms pt. complains of, what the pt. feels
(pain)
Epinephrine—ANSWER--Neurotransmitter secreted by the adrenal medulla in response
to stress. Also known as adrenaline.
Renin—ANSWER--hormone secreted by the kidney; it raises blood pressure by
influencing vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels)
What causes edema?—ANSWER---reduced concentration of plasma proteins
-increased permeability of capillary wall
-increased venous pressure
-blockage of lymph vessels
Signs and symptoms of fluid excess—ANSWER--edema, dysnpea (trouble breathing),
hyptertension (high bp), JVD, pulse increase and bounding, weight increase
Signs and symptoms of dehydration—ANSWER--Dry mucous membranes, decreased
skin turgor, Low BP, Low pulse, fatigue, Increased HCT, decreased mental function,
confusion, and loss of consciousness
S/S of hypocalcemia—ANSWER--- muscle twitches/tetany
- hyperactive DTRs
- positive Chvostek's sign (tapping on the facial nerve triggering facial twitching)
- positive Trousseau's sign (hand/finger spasms with sustained blood pressure cuff
inflation)
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Questions and Answers 100% PASS
function of mitochondria—ANSWER--ATP production/cellular respiration, powerhouse
of the cell
Rough ER—ANSWER--That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum studded with
ribosomes.
Smooth ER—ANSWER--That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum that is free of
ribosomes.
Homeostasis—ANSWER--A tendency to maintain a balanced or constant internal state;
the regulation of any aspect of body chemistry, such as blood glucose, around a
particular level
Hypertrophy—ANSWER--increase in muscle/tissue size, excessive development
atrophy—ANSWER--the wasting away of a body organ or tissue; any progressive decline
or failure; to waste away
Ischemia—ANSWER--an inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body,
especially the heart muscles.
S/S of Objective Data—ANSWER--Any observations made by using your senses (pts.
blood pressure, physical findings, and lab values)
, S/S of Subjective Data—ANSWER--Any symptoms pt. complains of, what the pt. feels
(pain)
Epinephrine—ANSWER--Neurotransmitter secreted by the adrenal medulla in response
to stress. Also known as adrenaline.
Renin—ANSWER--hormone secreted by the kidney; it raises blood pressure by
influencing vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels)
What causes edema?—ANSWER---reduced concentration of plasma proteins
-increased permeability of capillary wall
-increased venous pressure
-blockage of lymph vessels
Signs and symptoms of fluid excess—ANSWER--edema, dysnpea (trouble breathing),
hyptertension (high bp), JVD, pulse increase and bounding, weight increase
Signs and symptoms of dehydration—ANSWER--Dry mucous membranes, decreased
skin turgor, Low BP, Low pulse, fatigue, Increased HCT, decreased mental function,
confusion, and loss of consciousness
S/S of hypocalcemia—ANSWER--- muscle twitches/tetany
- hyperactive DTRs
- positive Chvostek's sign (tapping on the facial nerve triggering facial twitching)
- positive Trousseau's sign (hand/finger spasms with sustained blood pressure cuff
inflation)
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
