Question 1

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 2

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 3

A patient experiences anaphylactic shock.The nurse expects to observe which signs and symptoms in the patient? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Stupor 
B)  Hypotension 
C)  Urticaria 
D)  Angioedema 
E)  Wheezing 
A)  Stupor 
B)  Hypotension 
C)  Urticaria 
D)  Angioedema 
E)  Wheezing

Question 4

In which stage of shock is a patient who has lost 1200 mL of blood,who has normal blood pressure when supine,but who experiences orthostatic hypotension upon standing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Class I, Initial Stage 
B)  Class II, Compensated Stage 
C)  Class III, Progressive Stage 
D)  Class IV, Refractory Stage 
A)  Class I, Initial Stage 
B)  Class II, Compensated Stage 
C)  Class III, Progressive Stage 
D)  Class IV, Refractory Stage

Question 5

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 6

Hypotension associated with neurogenic and anaphylactic shock is because of

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 7

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 8

Cardiogenic shock is characterized by

Accepted Answer

A)  hypovolemia. 
B)  reduced systemic vascular resistance. 
C)  reduced cardiac output. 
D)  elevated SvO₂. 
A)  hypovolemia. 
B)  reduced systemic vascular resistance. 
C)  reduced cardiac output. 
D)  elevated SvO₂.

Question 9

A type of shock that includes brain trauma that results in depression of the vasomotor center is cardiogenic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 20: Shock

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

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

A patient experiences anaphylactic shock.The nurse expects to observe which signs and symptoms in the patient? (Select all that apply.)

In which stage of shock is a patient who has lost 1200 mL of blood,who has normal blood pressure when supine,but who experiences orthostatic hypotension upon standing?

Sepsis has been recently redefined as

Hypotension associated with neurogenic and anaphylactic shock is because of

The progressive stage of hypovolemic shock is characterized by

Cardiogenic shock is characterized by

A type of shock that includes brain trauma that results in depression of the vasomotor center is cardiogenic.

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, 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

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis 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

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

Burn Injuries

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