Exam 1 - Nur2063 / Nur 2063 (Latest 2023 / 2024) : Essentials Of Pathophysiology - Rasmussen

What is compartment syndrome {Ans: dangerous complication of soft tissue injury that results from swelling or injured tissue within a restrictive fascia.}Which electrolytes are found in the bones? {Ans: Calcium, phosphate and magnesium}Examples of type 3 hypersensitivity {Ans: RA, lupus.}Explain the pathophysiology behind compartment syndrome {Ans: Edema causes increased pressure within the compartment. The pressure reduces capillary flow and the muscles and the nerves are ischemic and if not treated, necrosis can occur,}Explain what is herpes simplex 2 {Ans: responsible for most infections in the genital area.}What is hypercalemia? {Ans: High Calcium Ca> 10.2}Where is extracellular fluid found? {Ans: outside the cell}What is edema? {Ans: accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space. Leads to tissue swelling.}Which group of people are most affected by osteoporosis? {Ans: women age 60-80 that are caucasian.}What causes yeast infections? {Ans: candida albicans.}What is passive transport? {Ans: substances move from a high to low concentration, without energy. Natural}What is homeostasis? {Ans: a state of equilibrium in which all body systems are in balance and the body is at its most optimal in functioning. Stable.}Lab values for Potassium {Ans: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L}role of mitochondria