NRSG 2312 Final Exam Review Questions

Pathophysiology 1. The plasma membrane in human cells is comprised of: a. A single layer of phospholipids and proteins b. A capsid made up of lipids and polysaccharides c. A phopholipid bilayer including cholesterol and proteins d. Cellulose 2. Flipases and flopases are enzymes involved in the asymmetry of the cell membrane. Which of these is a function of membrane asymmetry? a. Marking the cell for apoptosis b. Allows for selective permeability of the membrane c. Manufacture of integral proteins d. Involved in endocytosis of nutrients 3. Water is a polar molecule that has all of the following qualities, EXCEPT: a. Unequal sharing of electrons b. Can participate in hydrogen bonding c. Can interact via dipole-dipole interactions d. Equal sharing of electrons 4. One function of cholesterol in the cell membrane is: a. Strengthens the cell membrane b. Identification of self c. Cell signaling d. Exocytosis 5. The primary function of the nucleus in the cell is: a. Catalyze protein translation b. Package proteins for transport c. Manufacture of ATP d. Management of genetic material 6. The primary function of ribosomes is: a. Catalyze protein translation b. Package proteins for transport c. Manufacture of ATP d. Management of genetic material 7. The primary function of the Golgi complex is: a. Catalyze protein translation b. Package proteins for transport c. Manufacture of ATP d. Management of genetic material 8. The primary function of the mitochondria is: a. Catalyze protein translation b. Package proteins for transport c. Manufacture of ATP d. Management of genetic material 9. Mr. Pasteur had his arm in a cast for six weeks. After the cast was removed, his arm was noticeably smaller. The size of the cells that make up the muscles in his arm was reduced. This is an example of: a. Metaplasia b. Dysplasia c. Atrophy