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West Coast University PATHO 101 Chapter 20 1)A patient experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (MI) is given a drug to lyse the clot in the coronary artery

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PATHO 101

Chapter 20

1)A patient experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (MI) is given a drug to lyse the clot in the coronary artery. What is the best explanation for the sudden development of a serious arrhythmia once circulation is restored?

2. For the patient in hypovolemic shock, what compensatory mechanism will help preserve adequate circulation?
3. What is the underlying problem common among all types of shock?
4. What is the pathophysiologic phenomenon underlying disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)?
5. Which describes a pathologic manifestation of neurogenic shock?
6. Early compensation for hypovolemic shock includes
7. Circulatory shock is best defined as
8. The shift to anaerobic metabolism in shock results in
9. Uncontrolled massive bleeding causes what type of shock?
10. Activation of the renin­angiotensin system in shock causes
11. The vasoactive mediators released in septic shock contribute to increase
12. Which type of shock is characterized by generalized vasodilation and peripheral pooling of blood?
    1. Septic
    2. Neurogenic
    3. Anaphylactic