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.