Question 1

The strength of the bond between oxygen and hemoglobin is known as the

Accepted Answer

A)  Bohr effect. 
B)  oxygen-hemoglobin affinity. 
C)  dissociation curve. 
D)  hemoglobin synthesis. 
A)  Bohr effect. 
B)  oxygen-hemoglobin affinity. 
C)  dissociation curve. 
D)  hemoglobin synthesis.

Question 2

Patients who experience anemic episodes when exposed to certain drugs most likely have

Accepted Answer

A)  thalassemia. 
B)  spherocytosis. 
C)  sickle cell anemia. 
D)  glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. 
A)  thalassemia. 
B)  spherocytosis. 
C)  sickle cell anemia. 
D)  glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.

Question 3

One of the cardinal features of sickle cell anemia includes acute and chronic dysfunction of which organs? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Spleen 
B)  Bones 
C)  Brain 
D)  Lungs 
E)  Stomach 
A)  Spleen 
B)  Bones 
C)  Brain 
D)  Lungs 
E)  Stomach

Question 4

The arterial oxygen content (CaO₂)for a patient with PaO₂ 100 mm Hg,SaO₂ 95%,and hemoglobin 15 g/dL is _____ mL oxygen/dL.

Accepted Answer

A)  19.4 
B)  1909.8 
C)  210 
D)  21.05 
A)  19.4 
B)  1909.8 
C)  210 
D)  21.05

Question 5

Anemia related to vitamin B₁₂ or folate deficiency is characterized by what laboratory features? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  RBC counts of 775,000 to 900,000 cells/mm³ 
B)  RBC counts of 500,000 to 750,000 cells/mm³ 
C)  WBC counts of 3000 to 4000 cells/mm³ 
D)  WBC counts of 4000 to 5000 cells/mm³ 
E)  Platelet counts of 60,000 cells/mm³ 
A)  RBC counts of 775,000 to 900,000 cells/mm³ 
B)  RBC counts of 500,000 to 750,000 cells/mm³ 
C)  WBC counts of 3000 to 4000 cells/mm³ 
D)  WBC counts of 4000 to 5000 cells/mm³ 
E)  Platelet counts of 60,000 cells/mm³

Question 6

A laboratory test finding helpful in confirming the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia is

Accepted Answer

A)  elevated total iron-binding capacity. 
B)  elevated MCHC and MCV. 
C)  elevated total and indirect bilirubin. 
D)  positive direct or indirect Coombs test. 
A)  elevated total iron-binding capacity. 
B)  elevated MCHC and MCV. 
C)  elevated total and indirect bilirubin. 
D)  positive direct or indirect Coombs test.

Question 7

Excessive red cell lysis can be detected by measuring the serum

Accepted Answer

A)  hemoglobin. 
B)  methemoglobin. 
C)  bilirubin. 
D)  erythropoietin. 
A)  hemoglobin. 
B)  methemoglobin. 
C)  bilirubin. 
D)  erythropoietin.

Question 8

The most appropriate treatment for secondary polycythemia is

Accepted Answer

A)  volume expansion with saline. 
B)  measured to improve oxygenation. 
C)  phlebotomy. 
D)  chemotherapy. 
A)  volume expansion with saline. 
B)  measured to improve oxygenation. 
C)  phlebotomy. 
D)  chemotherapy.

Question 9

Hapten mechanisms are found in which medications? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Ibuprofen 
B)  Narcotics 
C)  Penicillin 
D)  Cephalosporins 
E)  Tetracycline 
A)  Ibuprofen 
B)  Narcotics 
C)  Penicillin 
D)  Cephalosporins 
E)  Tetracycline

Exam 13: Alterations in Oxygen Transport

The strength of the bond between oxygen and hemoglobin is known as the

Patients who experience anemic episodes when exposed to certain drugs most likely have

One of the cardinal features of sickle cell anemia includes acute and chronic dysfunction of which organs? (Select all that apply.)

The arterial oxygen content (CaO₂)for a patient with PaO₂ 100 mm Hg,SaO₂ 95%,and hemoglobin 15 g/dL is _____ mL oxygen/dL.

Anemia related to vitamin B₁₂ or folate deficiency is characterized by what laboratory features? (Select all that apply.)

A laboratory test finding helpful in confirming the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia is

Excessive red cell lysis can be detected by measuring the serum

The most appropriate treatment for secondary polycythemia is

Hapten mechanisms are found in which medications? (Select all that apply.)

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 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

Shock

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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