NR 507 FINAL EXAM
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This document, "NR 507 FINAL EXAM," covers a wide range of specific topics in nursing, including
dermatomes, neuroanatomy (synapse release, spondylolysis), pathology (aplastic anemia, autoimmune
hemolytic anemia), genetics (DNA, genotype, phenotype, genetic mutations), and more. The document
provides a comprehensive review, offering 85 questions with correct answers, along with diagrams and
images for enhanced understanding. Students can utilize this resource to study, review, and solidify their
grasp of these complex concepts, ultimately aiding in exam preparation and mastery of nursing
knowledge.
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EXAM QUESTIONS
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, QUESTION 1
Dermatomes
CORRECT ANSWER
area of the skin that is mainly supplied by branches of a single spinal sensory nerve root. These spinal
sensory nerves enter the nerve root at the spinal cord, and their branches reach to the periphery of the body.
QUESTION 2
Substance release at the synapse
CORRECT ANSWER
Acetylcholine- Excitatory or inhibitory- alzheimers
Norepi- Excitatory or inhibitory- sleep/wake cycle, SYNS transmission
Dopa- Excitatory (h1 and h2 receptors) and inhibitory (H3 receptors). parkinson disease
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, QUESTION 3
Spondylolysis
CORRECT ANSWER
structural defect (degeneration, fracture, or developmental defect) in the pars interarticularis of the
vertebral arch (the joining of the vertebral body to the posterior structures). The lumbar spine at L5 is
affected most often.
-Heredity
-Other congenital spinal defects
QUESTION 4
motor and sensory areas of the brain
CORRECT ANSWER
Parietal lobe- major area for somatic sensory input, located along the postcentral gyrus. which is adjacent to
the primary motor area in the precentral gyrus.
Primary motor area (Brodmann area 4)- located along the precentral gyrus forming the primary voluntary
motor area (homunculus) (little man).
Association fibers provide communication between sensory and motor
QUESTION 5
Ischemic penumbra
CORRECT ANSWER
ischemic but not infarcted (salvageable) tissue. Peri-infarct tissue.
-no structural damage
QUESTION 6
Cerebral infarction
CORRECT ANSWER
ischemic- white infarct (affected area is pale and soft 6-12 hours after). necrosis appears by 48 to 72 hours.
Infiltration of macrophages and phagocytosis of necrotic tissue. necrosis resolves around the 2nd week. glial
scarring.
QUESTION 7
excitotoxins
CORRECT ANSWER
Toxins (usually amino acids) that overstimulate glutamate release and cause neuron suicide.
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85+ (Updated for 2026) Exam Prep Pack | A+ Questions & Verified Answers
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📋 DOCUMENT OVERVIEW 85 Qs
This document, "NR 507 FINAL EXAM," covers a wide range of specific topics in nursing, including
dermatomes, neuroanatomy (synapse release, spondylolysis), pathology (aplastic anemia, autoimmune
hemolytic anemia), genetics (DNA, genotype, phenotype, genetic mutations), and more. The document
provides a comprehensive review, offering 85 questions with correct answers, along with diagrams and
images for enhanced understanding. Students can utilize this resource to study, review, and solidify their
grasp of these complex concepts, ultimately aiding in exam preparation and mastery of nursing
knowledge.
✓ Verified Answers ✓ Exam Ready ✓ Study Guide
Trusted by thousands of students and professionals worldwide
EXAM QUESTIONS
Trusted by thousands of students and professionals worldwide Page 1 of 20
, QUESTION 1
Dermatomes
CORRECT ANSWER
area of the skin that is mainly supplied by branches of a single spinal sensory nerve root. These spinal
sensory nerves enter the nerve root at the spinal cord, and their branches reach to the periphery of the body.
QUESTION 2
Substance release at the synapse
CORRECT ANSWER
Acetylcholine- Excitatory or inhibitory- alzheimers
Norepi- Excitatory or inhibitory- sleep/wake cycle, SYNS transmission
Dopa- Excitatory (h1 and h2 receptors) and inhibitory (H3 receptors). parkinson disease
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, QUESTION 3
Spondylolysis
CORRECT ANSWER
structural defect (degeneration, fracture, or developmental defect) in the pars interarticularis of the
vertebral arch (the joining of the vertebral body to the posterior structures). The lumbar spine at L5 is
affected most often.
-Heredity
-Other congenital spinal defects
QUESTION 4
motor and sensory areas of the brain
CORRECT ANSWER
Parietal lobe- major area for somatic sensory input, located along the postcentral gyrus. which is adjacent to
the primary motor area in the precentral gyrus.
Primary motor area (Brodmann area 4)- located along the precentral gyrus forming the primary voluntary
motor area (homunculus) (little man).
Association fibers provide communication between sensory and motor
QUESTION 5
Ischemic penumbra
CORRECT ANSWER
ischemic but not infarcted (salvageable) tissue. Peri-infarct tissue.
-no structural damage
QUESTION 6
Cerebral infarction
CORRECT ANSWER
ischemic- white infarct (affected area is pale and soft 6-12 hours after). necrosis appears by 48 to 72 hours.
Infiltration of macrophages and phagocytosis of necrotic tissue. necrosis resolves around the 2nd week. glial
scarring.
QUESTION 7
excitotoxins
CORRECT ANSWER
Toxins (usually amino acids) that overstimulate glutamate release and cause neuron suicide.
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