Nurs 6501 Midterm Exam Review Guide (Weeks 1-6)
Cellular Processes and the Genetic Environment
· Describe cellular processes and alterations within cellular processes
· What is the impact of the genetic environment on disease?
· Explain how healthy cell activity contributes to good health and
· how its breakdown in cellular behavior and alterations to cells lead to health issue.
· What are the roles genetics plays in disease processes?
· What is the relationship of how cells are involved in disease processes?
Altered Physiology
· Evaluate cellular processes and alterations within cellular processes
· Analyze alterations in the immune system that result in disease processes
· Identify racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning
· What is the impact of patient characteristics on disorders and altered physiology?
· What is the association of genes in the development of disease?
· What is the process of immunosuppression and the effect it has on body systems?
Concepts of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disorders
· Common diseases and disorders that impact the Cardiovascular system
· Common diseases and disorders that impact the Respiratory System
· How these diseases and disorders relate to the pathophysiology of patients
· Alterations in pathophysiology in adults and children with cardiovascular and respiratory disorders.
Alterations in the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
· How does racial/ethnic variables impact physiological functioning in the Cardiovascular system?
· How does racial/ethnic variables impact physiological functioning in the Respiratory system?
· What is the impact of patient characteristics on disorders and altered physiology of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems?
Concepts of Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Disorders
· Common GI and Hepatobiliary disorders and the pathophysiological nature of these issues in patients:
Ulcers
Hepatitis markers
After HP shots
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Pancreatitis
Liver failure—acute and chronic
Gall bladder disease
Inflammatory bowel disease
Diverticulitis
Jaundice
Bilirubin
Gastrointestinal bleed – upper and lower
Hepatic encephalopathy
Intra-abdominal infections (e.g., appendicitis)
Renal blood flow
Glomerular filtration rate
Kidney stones
Infections – urinary tract infections, pyelonephritis
Acute kidney injury
Renal failure – acute and chronic
· How does patient characteristics such as racial and ethnic variables impact altered physiology?
· The pathophysiological structure, function, and alterations in Renal, Urinary, and GI functions as they relate to children and adults.
Concepts of Endocrine Disorders
· Common endocrine disorders and their disease processes and the pathophysiological nature of these issues in patients:
Diabetes
Hyper- and hypothyroidism
Adrenal disorders
Parathyroidism (hyper and hypo)
Checks & balances / negative feedback
Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
Pheochromocytosis
Diabetes insipidus
Diabetic ketoacidosis
· How does patient characteristics such as racial and ethnic variables impact altered physiology?
· The pathophysiological mechanics and alterations in hormonal regulations in children and adults
· Pathophysiological
Note: It is strongly recommended that you review your Knowledge Checks at least 48 hours before taking the Midterm exam.