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Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse, First Edition Lucie Dlugasch, PhD, MSN, APRN & Lachel Story, PhD, RN Instructor Resource Guide Jones & Bartlett Learning The comprehensive package of learning materials provided with Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse fosters learning from beginning to end. The core content is presented in a clear, easy-to-follow style and is available in a variety of formats—eBook, online interactive lectures, and printed tex...

Chapter: Chapter 14 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. A 6-year-old child is brought to the pediatric clinic with an eye problem. The child is diagnosed with viral conjunctivitis. What is important information to discuss with the parents and child? A) The importance of compliance with antibiotic therapy B) The importance of surgery to prevent scarring of the conjunctiva C) The condition is highly contagious and hand washing is extremely important D) The signs and symptoms of complications such as ...

1. Which cells of the dermis release histamine? A) Mast cells B) Eosinophils C) Macrophages D) Histiocytes Ans: A Complexity: Easy Ahead: Inflammatory Integumentary Disorders Subject: Chapter 13 Title: Integumentary Function 2. Basal cell carcinoma: A) has a high metastasis potential. B) can cause significant local tissue destruction. C) is usually not nodular. D) is often preceded by actinic keratosis. Ans: B Complexity: Easy Ahead: Integumentary Disorders Subject: Chapter 13 ...

Chapter: Chapter 11 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Neuroanatomic and neurotransmitter alterations in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia include which of the following? A) Loss of cortical tissue B) Alteration in dopamine pathways C) Shrinkage of the ventricles D) All of these are correct. E) Loss of cortical tissue and alteration in dopamine pathways Ans: E Complexity: Easy Ahead: Mental Health Disorders Subject: Chapter 11 Title: Neural Function 2. A patient reports that he senses th...

Chapter: Chapter 10 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following is a distinction between an endocrine and an exocrine gland? A) Exocrine gland hormones are more potent. B) Endocrine glands secrete substances into a duct. C) Endocrine glands secrete substances into the bloodstream. D) Exocrine glands produce hormones, whereas endocrine glands do not. Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 10 Title: Endocrine Function 2. Which of the following state...

Chapter: Chapter 09 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Where does nutrient absorption begin? A) Esophagus B) Stomach C) Small intestine D) Large intestine Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 9 Title: Gastrointestinal Function 2. Which cranial nerve controls intestinal motility? A) Trigeminal B) Glossopharyngeal C) Hypoglossal D) Vagus Ans: D Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 9 Title: Gastrointestinal Function 3. Which ...

Chapter: Chapter 08 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. The sex hormone–binding globulin (SHBG) on a laboratory analysis is a reflection of the amount of: A) unbound testosterone in body tissues. B) free testosterone in body tissues. C) bound testosterone in body tissues. D) biologically active testosterone in body tissues. Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Anatomy and Physiology Subject: Chapter 8 Title: Reproductive Function 2. Proper erectile functioning requires: A) sympathetic stimulation...

Chapter: Chapter 07 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. During times of increasing blood volume such as in heart failure, a compensatory renal response is: A) afferent arteriole vasoconstriction and efferent arteriole vasodilation to promote reabsorption of fluid. B) release of urodilatin, which inhibits water and sodium reabsorption thereby leading to diuresis. C) inhibition of atrial and brain natriuretic peptides to prevent fluid retention. D) increase in antidiuretic hormone release which promot...

Chapter: Midterm Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following cellular exchange mechanisms requires adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and the use of a carrier protein? A) Facilitated diffusion B) Osmosis C) Active transport D) Simple diffusion Ans: C Complexity: Easy Ahead: Basic Cell Function and Structure Subject: Chapter 1 Title: Cellular Function 2. What is a key determinant of osmotic pressure? A) Water B) Sodium C) Albumin D) Glucose Ans: B Complexity: Easy Ahead: Basic Cell Fu...

Chapter: Chapter 05 - Quiz Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following patients in the emergency room would have the highest priority for evaluation? A) 6-month-old female with fever, audible inspiratory stridor, and restlessness B) 25-year-old male with nasal drainage and hoarseness C) 40-year-old female with fever, severe body aches, and nasal congestion D) 82-year-old male with mild dyspnea on exertion Ans: A Complexity: Easy Ahead: Infectious Disorders Subject: Chapter 5 Title: Pulm...