2025 NURS 6501 Midterm Exam Version 1 Walden University, Updated

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NURS 6501 Midterm Exam Version 1 Walden University 2024/2025 Update  Question 1 The action of platelet-derived growth factor is to stimulate the production of which cells? Selected Answer: Platelets  Question 2 1 out of 1 points A healthcare professional is educating a patient about asthma. The professional states that good control is necessary due to which pathophysiologic process? Selected Answer:  Uncontrolled inflammation leads to increased bronchial hyperresponsiveness and eventual scarring. Question 3 1 out of 1 points What is an expected change in the cardiovascular system that occurs with aging? Selected Answer: Arterial stiffening  Question 4 0 out of 1 points People diagnosed with neurofibromatosis have varying degrees of the condition because of which genetic principle? Selected Answer: Dominance  Question 5 0 out of 1 points When endothelial cells are injured, what alteration contributes to atherosclerosis? Selected Answer: The release of toxic oxygen radicals that oxidize low-density lipoproteins (LDLs)  Question 6 1 out of 1 points A healthcare professional cares for older adults in a skilled nursing facility. What should the professional assess for in these individuals related to cardiovascular functioning? Selected Answer: Increased rate of falling and dizzy spells  Question 7 0 out of 1 points