NR 283 Quiz 4 Concepts List

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Chamberlain University

NR-283: Pathophysiology

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Identify the medical term for paralysis of the lower body:

Potential effects of immobilization due to a leg cast:

Possible consequences of prolonged immobility:

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Which of these might cause fainting and breathing difficulty:

Question No.	Question	Answer Choices
1	Identify the medical term for paralysis of the lower body	a. Hemiplegia, b. Paraplegia, c. Quadriplegia, d. Isoplegia
2	Potential effects of immobilization due to a leg cast	a. Muscle atrophy, b. Contracture, c. Muscle hypertrophy, d. Increased osteoblastic activity
3	Possible consequences of prolonged immobility	1. Orthostatic hypotension, 2. Increased blood pressure and heart rate, 3. Risk of thrombi and emboli, 4. Rapid, deep respirations
4	Causes of fainting and breathing difficulty	a. Gamma-ray exposure, b. Fish with mercury, c. Insect sting, d. Asbestos inhalation

Question No.	Correct Answer	Explanation
1	b	Paraplegia refers to paralysis affecting the lower half of the body, typically both legs.
2	a	Immobilization, such as from a leg cast, frequently results in muscle atrophy, the loss of muscle mass due to disuse.
3	b	Prolonged immobility may lead to orthostatic hypotension and an elevated risk of thrombi and emboli due to venous stasis.
4	c	An insect sting can trigger an allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), leading to fainting and difficulty breathing.

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