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PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 10
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 10 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Each of the following are true of gout except: Correct! 
 
Uric acid dissolves readily in synovial fluid 
 
Typically occurs at the first metatarsophalangeal joint 
 
Anyone can get gout 
 
Uric acid is a byproduct of purine metabolism 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Which of the following would a patient likely report if you suspect they have OA? 
 
Stiff...
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 10 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Each of the following are true of gout except: Correct! 
 
Uric acid dissolves readily in synovial fluid 
 
Typically occurs at the first metatarsophalangeal joint 
 
Anyone can get gout 
 
Uric acid is a byproduct of purine metabolism 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Which of the following would a patient likely report if you suspect they have OA? 
 
Stiff...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 9
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 9 
Question 1 
Multiple Choice 
 
If a patient is taking exogenous forms of corticosteroid hormones, what would their labs show? You Answered 
 
High levels of ACTH Correct Answer 
 
Low levels of ACTH 
 
Hyperkalemia 
 
None of the above 
Question 2 5 / 5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
The following are common signs and symptoms of Cushing syndrome EXCEPT: Correct! 
 
Hypoglycemia 
 
Mood changes 
 
Muscle weakness 
 
Amen...
- Exam (elaborations)
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 9 
Question 1 
Multiple Choice 
 
If a patient is taking exogenous forms of corticosteroid hormones, what would their labs show? You Answered 
 
High levels of ACTH Correct Answer 
 
Low levels of ACTH 
 
Hyperkalemia 
 
None of the above 
Question 2 5 / 5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
The following are common signs and symptoms of Cushing syndrome EXCEPT: Correct! 
 
Hypoglycemia 
 
Mood changes 
 
Muscle weakness 
 
Amen...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 8
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 8 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Each of the following statements are true regarding control over the GFR except: 
 
The kidney can maintain a constant GFR despite variations in the arterial blood pressure of the rest of the body. 
 
The sympathetic nervous system can supersede the renal autoregulatory system. Correct! 
 
 The RAA responds when blood pressure rises above normal limits. 
The RAA responds when blood pressure drops bel...
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 8 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Each of the following statements are true regarding control over the GFR except: 
 
The kidney can maintain a constant GFR despite variations in the arterial blood pressure of the rest of the body. 
 
The sympathetic nervous system can supersede the renal autoregulatory system. Correct! 
 
 The RAA responds when blood pressure rises above normal limits. 
The RAA responds when blood pressure drops bel...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 7
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 7 
Question 1 
5 / 5 pts 
Multiple choice 
The liver is responsible for each of the following EXCEPT: 
 
Producing bile 
 
Stores vitamins and minerals Correct! 
 
Releases insulin 
 
Synthesizes protein 
Question 2 
5 / 5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Complications of gallstones include each of the following EXCEPT: Correct! 
 
Cirrhosis 
 
Biliary obstruction 
 
Pancreatitis 
 
Cholecystitis 
 
Question 3 5 / 5 pts ...
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 7 
Question 1 
5 / 5 pts 
Multiple choice 
The liver is responsible for each of the following EXCEPT: 
 
Producing bile 
 
Stores vitamins and minerals Correct! 
 
Releases insulin 
 
Synthesizes protein 
Question 2 
5 / 5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
Complications of gallstones include each of the following EXCEPT: Correct! 
 
Cirrhosis 
 
Biliary obstruction 
 
Pancreatitis 
 
Cholecystitis 
 
Question 3 5 / 5 pts ...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 6
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 6 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
A patient has experienced a seizure affecting the left temporal lobe. The family reports that the patient exhibited repetitive lip smacking and hand rubbing followed by a period of great fear and insecurity. They have experienced which type of seizure? 
 
Focal seizure without impairment of consciousness or awareness Correct! 
 
Focal seizure with impairment of consciousness or aware...
- Exam (elaborations)
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 6 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Multiple Choice: 
 
A patient has experienced a seizure affecting the left temporal lobe. The family reports that the patient exhibited repetitive lip smacking and hand rubbing followed by a period of great fear and insecurity. They have experienced which type of seizure? 
 
Focal seizure without impairment of consciousness or awareness Correct! 
 
Focal seizure with impairment of consciousness or aware...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 5
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 5 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
True/False: 
 
Both carbon dioxide and oxygen are able to bind with hemoglobin. 
Correct! 
 
True 
 
False 
 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
True/False: 
 
Exercise, allergens, and emotion can all contribute to an asthma attack. Correct! 
 
True 
 
False 
Question 3 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
The breathing rate is determined by input from that monitor oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels in the blood...
- Exam (elaborations)
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 5 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
True/False: 
 
Both carbon dioxide and oxygen are able to bind with hemoglobin. 
Correct! 
 
True 
 
False 
 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
True/False: 
 
Exercise, allergens, and emotion can all contribute to an asthma attack. Correct! 
 
True 
 
False 
Question 3 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
The breathing rate is determined by input from that monitor oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels in the blood...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology MODULE 4
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 4 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Which of the following increases the chance of clotting? Select all that apply. 
 
Vitamin K deficiency 
 
Von Willebrand factor deficiency Correct! 
 
Protein C deficiency 
 
Thrombocytopenia 
 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
A deficiency in which of the following would lead to a hypercoagulable state? Select all that apply. Correct! 
 
Protein C Correct! 
 
Protein S 
 
Factor II 
 
Fact...
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
MODULE 4 
Question 1 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
Which of the following increases the chance of clotting? Select all that apply. 
 
Vitamin K deficiency 
 
Von Willebrand factor deficiency Correct! 
 
Protein C deficiency 
 
Thrombocytopenia 
 
Question 2 
2.5 / 2.5 pts 
A deficiency in which of the following would lead to a hypercoagulable state? Select all that apply. Correct! 
 
Protein C Correct! 
 
Protein S 
 
Factor II 
 
Fact...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology Module 3 Exam
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
Module 3 Exam 
Question 1 
5 / 5 pts 
Short answer 
Explain the challenges of diagnosing autoimmune disorders. 
Your Answer: 
Diagnosing is made by history, physical, and serological findings. Since some blood tests are more generic, results can be imprecise. Markers can be elevated in the presence of other diseases.Criteria for diagnosis: Evidence of an autoimmune reaction, immunological findings are not second to other conditions, and no ot...
- Exam (elaborations)
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology 
Module 3 Exam 
Question 1 
5 / 5 pts 
Short answer 
Explain the challenges of diagnosing autoimmune disorders. 
Your Answer: 
Diagnosing is made by history, physical, and serological findings. Since some blood tests are more generic, results can be imprecise. Markers can be elevated in the presence of other diseases.Criteria for diagnosis: Evidence of an autoimmune reaction, immunological findings are not second to other conditions, and no ot...
PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231: Pathophysiology LETRS Unit 1 Sessions 1-8 Assessment/Quizzes. Module 2 Exam
PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology LETRS Unit 1 Sessions 1-8 Assessment/Quizzes. 
Module 2 Exam 
Question 1 
3 / 3 pts 
True/False: 
Blood tests for tumor markers are the single best screening tool for cancer. Why or why not? 
Your Answer: 
False. Tumor markers, which can be used for establishig prognosis, monitoring treatment and detecting recurrent disease, have limitiations. Under benign situations, tumor markers can still be elevated. Whereas in early stages of malignancy, n...
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PORTAGE LEARNING 
NURS 231: Pathophysiology LETRS Unit 1 Sessions 1-8 Assessment/Quizzes. 
Module 2 Exam 
Question 1 
3 / 3 pts 
True/False: 
Blood tests for tumor markers are the single best screening tool for cancer. Why or why not? 
Your Answer: 
False. Tumor markers, which can be used for establishig prognosis, monitoring treatment and detecting recurrent disease, have limitiations. Under benign situations, tumor markers can still be elevated. Whereas in early stages of malignancy, n...
ATI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM PACK 2023 LATEST PACKAGE
ATI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 
PACK 2023 LATEST 
PACKAGE 
 
A nurse is planning care for a client who has borderline personality disorder who self-mutilates. Which of 
the following treatment approaches should the nurse plan to take? 
Maintain close observation of the client. 
A nurse is assessing a client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following findings should 
the nurse expect? 
The client is able to identify the names of family members. 
A nurse is caring for a client who rep...
- Exam (elaborations)
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ATI MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 
PACK 2023 LATEST 
PACKAGE 
 
A nurse is planning care for a client who has borderline personality disorder who self-mutilates. Which of 
the following treatment approaches should the nurse plan to take? 
Maintain close observation of the client. 
A nurse is assessing a client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following findings should 
the nurse expect? 
The client is able to identify the names of family members. 
A nurse is caring for a client who rep...
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