AMS Final Exam Review Part 2

Jackson is given a medication for the first time and suddenly develops an unanticipated allergic reaction, experiencing hypotension, bronchospasm, and in severe cases, cardiovascular collapse. What is the most severe hypersensitivity reaction he is experiencing?

• Immune complex hypersensitivity

• Cytotoxic hypersensitivity

• Delayed hypersensitivity

• Anaphylactic hypersensitivity

Charlotte is scheduled to undergo an arthroscopy. For which of the following reasons might her doctor recommend this procedure? Check all that apply.

• Biopsy

• Repair tear

• Knee replacement

• Diagnosing

Abigail is assessing a patient after a limb injury. Which is an indicator of neurovascular compromise?

• Capillary refill of more than 3 seconds

• Diminished pain

• Pain upon active stretch

• Warm skin temperature

Lily and Emma both suffered bone fractures—Lily broke her arm, and Emma broke her leg. Their doctor explains that the healing process might differ for each of them. Which statement reflects the progress of bone healing?

• All fracture healing takes place at the same rate no matter the type of bone fractured.

• The age of the client influences the rate of fracture healing.

• Adequate immobilization is essential until ultrasound shows evidence of bone formation with

Mia is learning about how the body maintains strong bones. She wants to know which hormone inhibits bone reabsorption and increases calcium deposit in the bone. Which hormone is it?

• Growth hormone

• Calcitonin

• Sex hormones

• Vitamin D

Grace, an older adult, visits the clinic for a check-up. During the assessment, the nurse notices that Grace has an increased thoracic curve. Which name for this condition does the nurse teach Grace?

• Stenosis

• Kyphosis

• Lordosis

• Scoliosis

Henry visits the clinic complaining of low back pain that radiates down his left posterior thigh. The nurse should ask Henry if the pain is worsened or aggravated by which factor?

• Bed rest

• Ibuprofen

• Bending or lifting

• Application of heat

Grace visits her doctor and learns that when osteoclastic activity is greater than (a)   activity, her bones can become porous and brittle.

• osteoblast

• osteoclast

• calcium

• vitamin D

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Zoe has been diagnosed with osteoporosis, and her doctor wants to prescribe a medication that will directly inhibit osteoclasts to reduce bone loss and increase her bone mass density (BMD). Which medication is most appropriate for this purpose?

• Calcitonin

• Raloxifene

• Vitamin D

• Teriparatide

Rohan visits his doctor after noticing changes in the shape of his skull and experiencing bone pain in his femur and pelvis. Imaging reveals localized rapid bone turnover, most commonly affecting the skull, femur, tibia, pelvic bones, and vertebrae. Which bone disorder is Rohan most likely experiencing?

• Osteomyelitis

• Osteoporosis

• Osteomalacia

• Osteitis deformans (Paget disease)