Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Lung cancer is a neoplasm that arises out of lung tissue. In addition to primary tumors occuring in the lungs, cancer arising…
Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers PART VI · QUESTIONS 1. The ventilatory rate is controlled by the a. Medulla oblongata b. Serum bicarbonate level c. Pons’ apneustic center d. Sympathetic nervous system…
Pneumonia and Atelectasis
Pneumonia and Atelectasis QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD This chapter discusses the pathophysiology associated with two common causes of impaired gas exchange, pneumonia and atelectasis. Pneumonia is an inflammatory…
Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema
Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) occurs when there is chronic, often progressive, airflow limitation related to chronic bronchitis or emphysema….
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Pulmonary Emboli
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Pulmonary Emboli QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD This section provides an explanation of the pathophysiology related to acute respiratory distress syndrome and pulmonary emboli….
Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory System
Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory System QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD The functions of the respiratory system are to provide oxygen to cells during inhalation; to remove carbon…
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of heterogeneous disorders characterized by abnormalities in glucose homeostasis, resulting in chronic hyperglycemia. Hyperglycemia is caused…
Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers PART V · QUESTIONS 1. The sensitivity of a target cell to a circulating hormone is a result of what? a. The number of receptors for that…
Adrenal Physiology
Adrenal Physiology QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD The adrenal glands are responsible for a variety of physiological functions. This pair of organs is located behind the peritoneum, and each…
