Portage Learning NURSING BS 231 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 8
2021/22
EXAM 8
Question 1
2..5 pts
Each of the following statements are true regarding control over the GFR except:
The kidney can maintain a constant GFR despite variations in the arterial blood
pressure of the rest of the body.
The sympathetic nervous system can supersede the renal autoregulatory system.
The RAA responds when blood pressure rises above normal limits.
Question 2
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements is false regarding ADH?
Elevated levels of ADH will lead to a small volume of concentrated urine
Elevated levels of ADH will lead to dilute urine.
decreased levels of ADH will lead to dilute urine. Alcohol inhibits ADH.
Question 3
2..5 pts
Cortical nephrons are characterized by the following except:
They make up 85% of all nephrons
They originate deep in the cortex
Their loops of Henle extend a short distance into the medulla
Question 4
2..5 pts
Excess accumulation of fluid within the interstitial compartment is characteristic of which
of the following fluid imbalances?
Dehydration
Water intoxication
Edema
Question 5
2..5 pts
Tubular reabsorption is characterized by which of the following?
The reabsorption of water and ions via passive means only
Necessary solutes and fluids are reabsorbed into the tubular fluid
Necessary solutes and fluids are reabsorbed into the peritubular capillaries
, Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is/are true regarding acid-base disorders? (mark all that apply)
A. Metabolic disorders are a result of a change in plasma HCO 3- levels
B. Respiratory disorders are a result of a change in plasma CO 2 levels
C. Normal HCO3- = 35-45 mm
D. Normal blood pH = 7.35-7.45!
A.
B.
C.
D.
Question 7
2..5 pts
Chronic glomerulonephritis is characterized by the following except:
Patients have long periods of time where they are asymptomatic
Rarely progresses to CKD
Can develop from acute glomerulonephritis that did not resolve
Can develop insidiously
Question 8
Which of the following are necessary components of nutritional management for a
patient with CKD? (mark all that apply)
A decrease in dietary protein
Adequate caloric intake in the form of carbohydrates and fat
Fluid restrictions
Question 9
2..5 pts
Which of the following is true of cholecalciferol
It is the inactive form of vitamin D taken in through the skin via UV rays
It is the inactive form of synthetic vitamin D
It is the active form of vitamin D, converted in the liver
It is the active form of vitamin D, converted in the kidney
Question 10
2021/22
EXAM 8
Question 1
2..5 pts
Each of the following statements are true regarding control over the GFR except:
The kidney can maintain a constant GFR despite variations in the arterial blood
pressure of the rest of the body.
The sympathetic nervous system can supersede the renal autoregulatory system.
The RAA responds when blood pressure rises above normal limits.
Question 2
2..5 pts
Which of the following statements is false regarding ADH?
Elevated levels of ADH will lead to a small volume of concentrated urine
Elevated levels of ADH will lead to dilute urine.
decreased levels of ADH will lead to dilute urine. Alcohol inhibits ADH.
Question 3
2..5 pts
Cortical nephrons are characterized by the following except:
They make up 85% of all nephrons
They originate deep in the cortex
Their loops of Henle extend a short distance into the medulla
Question 4
2..5 pts
Excess accumulation of fluid within the interstitial compartment is characteristic of which
of the following fluid imbalances?
Dehydration
Water intoxication
Edema
Question 5
2..5 pts
Tubular reabsorption is characterized by which of the following?
The reabsorption of water and ions via passive means only
Necessary solutes and fluids are reabsorbed into the tubular fluid
Necessary solutes and fluids are reabsorbed into the peritubular capillaries
, Question 6
2..5 pts
Which of the following is/are true regarding acid-base disorders? (mark all that apply)
A. Metabolic disorders are a result of a change in plasma HCO 3- levels
B. Respiratory disorders are a result of a change in plasma CO 2 levels
C. Normal HCO3- = 35-45 mm
D. Normal blood pH = 7.35-7.45!
A.
B.
C.
D.
Question 7
2..5 pts
Chronic glomerulonephritis is characterized by the following except:
Patients have long periods of time where they are asymptomatic
Rarely progresses to CKD
Can develop from acute glomerulonephritis that did not resolve
Can develop insidiously
Question 8
Which of the following are necessary components of nutritional management for a
patient with CKD? (mark all that apply)
A decrease in dietary protein
Adequate caloric intake in the form of carbohydrates and fat
Fluid restrictions
Question 9
2..5 pts
Which of the following is true of cholecalciferol
It is the inactive form of vitamin D taken in through the skin via UV rays
It is the inactive form of synthetic vitamin D
It is the active form of vitamin D, converted in the liver
It is the active form of vitamin D, converted in the kidney
Question 10
