Pathophysiology
Pathophysiology is the single highest-yield pre-NCLEX course. These pathophysiology study guides explain the mechanism first, then attach the assessment findings, labs and priority interventions the way NCLEX questions do.
What your Pathophysiology exams test
Compensatory mechanisms in heart failure and shock
Obstructive versus restrictive lung disease
Acute kidney injury versus chronic kidney disease
Acid-base balance and compensation
Hyperglycemic crises: DKA versus HHS
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A one-time $29 printable pack of original exam-style questions written to the 2026 NCSBN test plan, covering every Client Needs category and Next Gen item type, with answers, rationales and study tips. It is separate from the $19/month Pro study dashboard. Pro members get the same bank inside a personalized dashboard for $19/mo.
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Heart Failure
HFrEF vs HFpEF, left vs right, and the GDMT bundle.
5 practice questions with rationales
COPD
Air trapping, low-flow O₂, and the 'pink puffer / blue bloater'.
5 practice questions with rationales
AKI vs CKD
Prerenal / intrarenal / postrenal, and the CKD complication cascade.
5 practice questions with rationales
DKA vs HHS
Fluids first, then insulin — never insulin alone.
5 practice questions with rationales
Cirrhosis & Liver Failure
Ammonia, ascites, and bleeding varices.
5 practice questions with rationales
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