Deck 10: Physiology and Pathophysiology for Emergency Care

Question 1

The release of adrenaline and noradrenaline is a result of:

A) Parasympathetic stimulation
B) Sympathetic stimulation
C) Both
D) None are correct

Answer 1

Sympathetic stimulation

Question 2

The steroid hormone that regulates sodium-potassium concentration in the blood:

A) Aldosterone
B) Oestrogen
C) Renin
D) All are correct

Answer 2

Aldosterone

Question 3

The hormones that control serum calcium concentration:

A) PTH and LTH
B) PTH and aldosterone
C) PTH and calcitonin
D) PTH and oestrogen

Answer 3

PTH and calcitonin

Question 4

The type of shock that occurs due to loss of intravascular volume secondary to profuse bleeding:

A) Cardiogenic
B) Hypovolaemic
C) Obstructive
D) Distributive

Question 5

A type of shock characterised by hypotension and evidence of confusion:

A) Septic shock
B) Hypovolaemic shock
C) Cardiogenic shock
D) Anaphylactic shock

Question 6

A type of shock resulting from a severe antibody-antigen reaction relating to allergen exposure:

A) Anaphylactic shock
B) Hypovolaemic shock
C) Cardiogenic shock
D) Sepsis

Question 7

An element in the feedback loop that is composed of sensitive cells or tissues that measure and monitor regulated variables:

A) Error signal
B) Control centre
C) Receptors
D) Set point

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of a parasympathetic stimulation?

A) Increased digestion
B) Retention of urine
C) Dry mouth
D) Increased heart rate