Pathophysiology Final Exam –
Rasmussen University (2026/2027)
Question:
What causes fluid volume deficit?
Answer:
Vomiting, diarrhea, bleeding, sweating.
Question:
What are symptoms of dehydration?
Answer:
Thirst, dry mouth, decreased urine, weakness, confusion.
Question:
What is the main problem in anemia?
Answer:
Decreased oxygen delivery to tissues.
,Question:
What are common signs of shock?
Answer:
Hypotension, tachycardia, cool clammy skin, altered level of consciousness.
Question:
Where does meningitis commonly spread?
Answer:
Close quarters such as dorms, military barracks, and daycare settings.
Question:
How is meningitis transmitted?
Answer:
Through respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing, or saliva.
Question:
What symptoms occur in spinal shock?
Answer:
Loss of reflexes, paralysis, hypotension, and loss of sensation below the
injury.
,Question:
What is menopause?
Answer:
No menstrual period for 12 consecutive months decreased estrogen and
progesterone
Question:
What is brain cancer?
Answer:
Abnormal cells growing in the brain.
Question:
What are symptoms of brain cancer?
Answer:
Headache, seizures, vomiting.
Question:
What is a sign of testicular cancer?
Answer:
Painless lump in the testicle.
, Question:
What is influenza?
Answer:
A viral respiratory infection.
Question:
What are symptoms of influenza?
Answer:
low grade Fever, cough, fatigue, body aches.
Question:
What is tuberculosis?
Answer:
Lung infection spread by airborne droplets.
Question:
What is stress incontinence?
Answer:
Urine leakage when coughing or sneezing.