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Pathophysiology exam
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Showing 10 questions, Sign in for moreWhich assessment finding alerts the nurse to the possibility of decreased cardiac output in the patient who suddenly develops atrial fibrillation?
A patient has been diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) and was told she has a small plaque in the lumen of a coronary artery. The patient is placed on an EKG monitor during her chest pain episode and develops these vital signs: BP 110/70, HR 120, RR 18. What physiologic mechanism is most likely responsible for the tachycardia?
A woman presents to a clinic with JVD (jugular venous distension), liver congestion, ascites, and ankle edema. Upon auscultation of her heart, the RN notes a murmur. The etiologies that would best account for all aspects of this patient picture are
A nurse is examining a patient who reports burning on urination and a low-grade fever. On physical examination, the nurse notes constant right-sided costovertebral tenderness. Based on this presentation, what is most likely the cause of these signs and symptoms (S&S)?
A patient is admitted to the emergency department with left-sided chest trauma. Which statement best identifies why the formation of a tension pneumothorax can result in a life-threatening condition for this patient?
A woman is evaluated by a nurse practitioner. She describes a two-day history of an abnormal vaginal discharge and constant pelvic-area pain. She also states "It hurts to move at all." The pain pattern and other S&S are consistent with
A patient diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) would likely have
A week after recovering from strep throat, a child is diagnosed with post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Expected signs and symptoms (S&S) of a patient diagnosed with glomerulonephritis include which is caused by
A nurse is caring for a patient who has complete kidney failure or end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Which treatment will the nurse anticipate for this patient?
A woman is upset because of issues with infertility. While talking with the nurse practitioner, she attempts to understand how endometriosis can cause infertility. Which response, by the nurse, indicates an understanding of this condition?
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