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Disease Pathology & Management Flashcards

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  1. Which condition is characterized by chronic inflammation and narrowing of the airways, often triggered by allergens?

    Answer: Asthma

    Asthma involves reversible airway inflammation and bronchospasm frequently triggered by allergens.

  2. A patient with suspected pulmonary tuberculosis should be placed in which type of room?

    Answer: Negative-pressure airborne infection isolation room

    TB is airborne, so patients require a negative-pressure room and staff wear N95 respirators.

  3. A CVA is the medical abbreviation for which condition?

    Answer: Cerebrovascular accident (stroke)

    CVA stands for cerebrovascular accident, commonly known as a stroke.

  4. Which diagnostic test is commonly ordered first for a patient presenting with stroke symptoms to rule out bleeding in the brain?

    Answer: Non-contrast CT of the head

    A non-contrast head CT quickly identifies hemorrhage before clot-busting therapy is considered.

  5. Chronic kidney disease patients frequently have which lab values monitored to assess renal function?

    Answer: BUN and creatinine

    BUN and creatinine are waste products cleared by the kidneys and reflect renal function.

  6. A patient with hepatitis B is a concern for transmission primarily through which route?

    Answer: Blood and body fluids

    Hepatitis B is a bloodborne pathogen spread through blood and body fluid exposure.

  7. An order for 'NPO after midnight' for a surgical patient means the patient may have:

    Answer: Nothing by mouth

    NPO (nil per os) means the patient must not take anything by mouth.

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