NUR 2063 ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
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1. Which is the correct term for the prolapse of a portion of the bladder into the
vaginal canal? A. Urethrocele
B. Cystocele
C. Uterine prolapse
D. Rectocele
2. A sexually active male reports unilateral pain the scrotum. Assessment finding include
a red and swollen, tender area on the scrotum. Which diagnosis is supported by this
data?
A. Paraphimosis
B. Epididymis
C. Benign prostate hypertrophy
D. Balanitis
3. Which clinical diagnosis is associated with hirsutism amenorrhea, and infertility?
A. Pelvic inflammatory disease PID
B. Primary amenorrhea
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C. Polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS
D. Premenstrual syndrome PMS
4. Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of hypothyroidism?
A. Insomnia
B. Weight gain
C. Tachycardia D. Diarrhea
5. Tachycardia and anxiety are often experienced by clients with the following endocrine
disorder?
A. Hypothyroidism
B. Grave’s disease
C. Myxedema
D. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
6. The client with diabetes insipidus will present with which of the following physical
findings?
A. Increased urine glucose level
B. Increased urination
C. Increased blood glucose level
D. Increased sweat production
7. Which of the following are clinical manifestations of hypoparathyroidism?
A. Hypertension and bradycardia
B. Hypocalcemia and seizures
C. Constipation and amenorrhea
D. Renal calculi and osteoporosis
8. Which disorder is related to breaking down fats for energy in clients with type 1
diabetes?
A. Hyperglycemic lipid syndrome
B. Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome NHHS
C. Diabetic ketoacidosis DKA
D. Lipidosis hyperosmolar ketosis
9. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in an individual with
hypopituitarism A. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone
B. Dwarfism
C. Acromegaly
D. Hyperthyroidism
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10. The client reports experiencing episodes of palpitations with a higher heart rate,
restlessness, weight loss, amenorrhea, and an intolerance to heat. She also presents
with eyes that appear to be bulging. The nurse suspects that the provider may test for
which of the following conditions?
A. Hyperparathyroidism
B. Hyperthyroidism
C. Hypoparathyroidism
D. Hypothyroidism
11. Which of the following is caused by helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori)?
A. Colon cancer
B. Hiatal hernia
C. Peptic ulcer disease
D. Esophageal varices
12. Which of the following explains why individuals may experience diarrhea when taking
antibiotics?
A. Destruction of the normal gut flora
B. Reduced intestinal motility
C. Decreased gastric secretions
D. Activation of the parasympathetic nervous system
13. Which of the following describes the cause of infant presenting with cleft lip and
palate?
A. Injury during birth
B. Eating solid foods too soon
C. Congenital birth defect
D. Bacterial infection
14. The pituitary gland produces which of the following hormone that acts as a potent
anabolic agent for the development of all tissues of the body?
A. Thyroid stimulating hormone TSH
B. Follicle-stimulating hormone FSH
C. Luteinizing hormone LH
D. Growth hormone GH
15. Which of the following is the most common cause of Cushing Syndrome?
A. Renal tumor
B. Ingestion of glucocorticoids
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C. Thyroid gland removal
D. Insulin resistance
16. Which of the following results from increased water retention caused by excessive ADH
Levels
A. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?
B. Diabetes Mellitus
C. Cushing syndrome
D. Diabetes Insipidus
17. The most common form of hypothyroidism can be attributed to which of the
following?
A. An autoimmune condition called Hashimoto thyroiditis
B. An autoimmune condition called systemic lupus erythematosus
C. A sexual assault in early life
D. A car accident in early life
18. Which of the following is caused by chronic high levels of glucocorticoids, usually
cortisol?
A. Gestational diabetes
B. Cushing syndrome
C. Hyperparathyroidism
D. Addison’s disease
19. Which is the primary cause of type 1 diabetes?
A. Increased resistance of body cells by an autoimmune reaction
B. Destruction of pancreatic beta cells by an autoimmune reaction
C. Chronic obesity
D. Increased glucose production in the liver
20. Which of the following hormones play a role in decreasing blood glucose by facilitating
movement of glucose into the cell?
A. Glucocorticoids
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EXAM VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+
Questions with Answers)
1. Which is the correct term for the prolapse of a portion of the bladder into the
vaginal canal? A. Urethrocele
B. Cystocele
C. Uterine prolapse
D. Rectocele
2. A sexually active male reports unilateral pain the scrotum. Assessment finding include
a red and swollen, tender area on the scrotum. Which diagnosis is supported by this
data?
A. Paraphimosis
B. Epididymis
C. Benign prostate hypertrophy
D. Balanitis
3. Which clinical diagnosis is associated with hirsutism amenorrhea, and infertility?
A. Pelvic inflammatory disease PID
B. Primary amenorrhea
,NUR 2063 / NUR2063: Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam 2
(Latest ) Rasmussen
C. Polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS
D. Premenstrual syndrome PMS
4. Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of hypothyroidism?
A. Insomnia
B. Weight gain
C. Tachycardia D. Diarrhea
5. Tachycardia and anxiety are often experienced by clients with the following endocrine
disorder?
A. Hypothyroidism
B. Grave’s disease
C. Myxedema
D. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
6. The client with diabetes insipidus will present with which of the following physical
findings?
A. Increased urine glucose level
B. Increased urination
C. Increased blood glucose level
D. Increased sweat production
7. Which of the following are clinical manifestations of hypoparathyroidism?
A. Hypertension and bradycardia
B. Hypocalcemia and seizures
C. Constipation and amenorrhea
D. Renal calculi and osteoporosis
8. Which disorder is related to breaking down fats for energy in clients with type 1
diabetes?
A. Hyperglycemic lipid syndrome
B. Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome NHHS
C. Diabetic ketoacidosis DKA
D. Lipidosis hyperosmolar ketosis
9. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in an individual with
hypopituitarism A. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone
B. Dwarfism
C. Acromegaly
D. Hyperthyroidism
,NUR 2063 / NUR2063: Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam 2
(Latest ) Rasmussen
10. The client reports experiencing episodes of palpitations with a higher heart rate,
restlessness, weight loss, amenorrhea, and an intolerance to heat. She also presents
with eyes that appear to be bulging. The nurse suspects that the provider may test for
which of the following conditions?
A. Hyperparathyroidism
B. Hyperthyroidism
C. Hypoparathyroidism
D. Hypothyroidism
11. Which of the following is caused by helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori)?
A. Colon cancer
B. Hiatal hernia
C. Peptic ulcer disease
D. Esophageal varices
12. Which of the following explains why individuals may experience diarrhea when taking
antibiotics?
A. Destruction of the normal gut flora
B. Reduced intestinal motility
C. Decreased gastric secretions
D. Activation of the parasympathetic nervous system
13. Which of the following describes the cause of infant presenting with cleft lip and
palate?
A. Injury during birth
B. Eating solid foods too soon
C. Congenital birth defect
D. Bacterial infection
14. The pituitary gland produces which of the following hormone that acts as a potent
anabolic agent for the development of all tissues of the body?
A. Thyroid stimulating hormone TSH
B. Follicle-stimulating hormone FSH
C. Luteinizing hormone LH
D. Growth hormone GH
15. Which of the following is the most common cause of Cushing Syndrome?
A. Renal tumor
B. Ingestion of glucocorticoids
, NUR 2063 / NUR2063: Essentials of Pathophysiology Exam 2
(Latest ) Rasmussen
C. Thyroid gland removal
D. Insulin resistance
16. Which of the following results from increased water retention caused by excessive ADH
Levels
A. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?
B. Diabetes Mellitus
C. Cushing syndrome
D. Diabetes Insipidus
17. The most common form of hypothyroidism can be attributed to which of the
following?
A. An autoimmune condition called Hashimoto thyroiditis
B. An autoimmune condition called systemic lupus erythematosus
C. A sexual assault in early life
D. A car accident in early life
18. Which of the following is caused by chronic high levels of glucocorticoids, usually
cortisol?
A. Gestational diabetes
B. Cushing syndrome
C. Hyperparathyroidism
D. Addison’s disease
19. Which is the primary cause of type 1 diabetes?
A. Increased resistance of body cells by an autoimmune reaction
B. Destruction of pancreatic beta cells by an autoimmune reaction
C. Chronic obesity
D. Increased glucose production in the liver
20. Which of the following hormones play a role in decreasing blood glucose by facilitating
movement of glucose into the cell?
A. Glucocorticoids
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