Question 1

In contrast to all other types of shock, the hyperdynamic phase of septic shock is associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  high afterload. 
B)  low cardiac output. 
C)  high cardiac output. 
D)  reduced contractility. 
A)  high afterload. 
B)  low cardiac output. 
C)  high cardiac output. 
D)  reduced contractility.

Question 2

The urinary signs and symptoms of acute renal failure associated with the progressive stage of shock are

Accepted Answer

A)  polyuria. 
B)  oliguria. 
C)  decreased blood urea nitrogen. 
D)  increased serum creatinine. 
E)  tachycardia. 
A)  polyuria. 
B)  oliguria. 
C)  decreased blood urea nitrogen. 
D)  increased serum creatinine. 
E)  tachycardia.

Question 3

Hypotension associated with neurogenic and anaphylactic shock is due to

Accepted Answer

A)  hypovolemia. 
B)  peripheral pooling of blood. 
C)  poor cardiac contractility. 
D)  high afterload. 
A)  hypovolemia. 
B)  peripheral pooling of blood. 
C)  poor cardiac contractility. 
D)  high afterload.

Question 4

Overproduction of nitric oxide is an important aspect of the pathophysiologic process of what type of shock?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cardiogenic 
B)  Hypovolemic 
C)  Anaphylactic 
D)  Septic 
A)  Cardiogenic 
B)  Hypovolemic 
C)  Anaphylactic 
D)  Septic

Question 5

The effect of nitric oxide on systemic arterioles is

Accepted Answer

A)  vasodilation. 
B)  vasoconstriction. 
C)  not significant. 
D)  opposed by nitrate drugs. 
A)  vasodilation. 
B)  vasoconstriction. 
C)  not significant. 
D)  opposed by nitrate drugs.

Question 6

Sepsis has been recently redefined as

Accepted Answer

A)  a systemic infection with viable organisms in the bloodstream. 
B)  a systemic inflammatory response to ischemia. 
C)  a systemic inflammatory response to infection. 
D)  severe hypotension in an infected patient. 
A)  a systemic infection with viable organisms in the bloodstream. 
B)  a systemic inflammatory response to ischemia. 
C)  a systemic inflammatory response to infection. 
D)  severe hypotension in an infected patient.

Question 7

Tachycardia is an early sign of low cardiac output that occurs because of

Accepted Answer

A)  tissue hypoxia. 
B)  anxiety. 
C)  baroreceptor activity. 
D)  acidosis. 
A)  tissue hypoxia. 
B)  anxiety. 
C)  baroreceptor activity. 
D)  acidosis.

Question 8

The progressive stage of hypovolemic shock is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  tachycardia. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  lactic acidosis. 
D)  cardiac failure. 
A)  tachycardia. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  lactic acidosis. 
D)  cardiac failure.

Question 9

Massive release of histamine with consequent vasodilation and hypotension occurs with what type of shock?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cardiogenic 
B)  Hypovolemic 
C)  Anaphylactic 
D)  Neurogenic 
A)  Cardiogenic 
B)  Hypovolemic 
C)  Anaphylactic 
D)  Neurogenic

Exam 20: Shock

In contrast to all other types of shock, the hyperdynamic phase of septic shock is associated with

The urinary signs and symptoms of acute renal failure associated with the progressive stage of shock are

Hypotension associated with neurogenic and anaphylactic shock is due to

Overproduction of nitric oxide is an important aspect of the pathophysiologic process of what type of shock?

The effect of nitric oxide on systemic arterioles is

Sepsis has been recently redefined as

Tachycardia is an early sign of low cardiac output that occurs because of

The progressive stage of hypovolemic shock is characterized by

Massive release of histamine with consequent vasodilation and hypotension occurs with what type of shock?

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

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Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and AIDS

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Hemostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

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Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

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Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

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Diabetes Mellitus

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Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

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Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

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