NUR 2063Pathophysiology Final Exam Study Guide Modules 1-10 QUESTION AND ANSWERS  100% CORRECT

Module 1 1. What is allostasis? The ability to successfully adapt to changes, orchestrated by the brain, maintains and reestablishes homeostasis. 2. Understand the difference between sequela and complication Sequela is a disease or condition which is caused by an earlier disease or problem while complication is the act or process worsening of a condition or disease process. 3. What happens during the alarm phase of Hans Selye’s General Adaptation Syndrome? Fight or flight response -- the purpose is to restore balance 4. Remember this is the fight or flight stage. What clinical findings would the patient in the fight or flight stage present with? (Select All) Enhanced myocardial contractility Increased heart rate Bronchodilation Elevated blood glucose levels 5. The four components of Pathophysiology (Select all) Etiology - study of causes Pathogenesis - development/evolution of disease Clinical manifestations - signs/syndromes/symptoms Treatment implications 6. Prevention stages of disease- eg. Primary, Secondary, Tertiary This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :27:43 GMT -05:00 a) Primary- altering susceptibility or reducing exposure for susceptible persons -like wearing a face Mask during Covid19 b) Secondary: early detection, screening and management of disease -like getting a screening mammogram or colonoscopy c) Tertiary: rehabilitation, supportive care, reducing disability and restoring effective functioning- like helping a stroke patient getting physical therapy to get back on their feet. 7. What compounds (2) does the body release during stress? Cortisol and catecholamines 8. How is fluid between interstitial and intracellular compartments d