WGU C458 HEALTH,WELLNESS AND FITNESS (OA)
OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT EXAM 2024-2025 ACTUAL
EXAM TEST BANK 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED -ANSWER-S
Enzymes - -answer-Organic substances that cause bodily changes and destruction of microorganisms
Antigen - -answer-Substance capable of triggering an immune response
Referred pain - -answer-Pain that is present at one point but whose source is elsewhere
Vaccination - -answer-Inoculation with killed or weakened pathogens or similar, less dangerous antigens
in order to prevent or lessen the effects of some disease.
Acquired active immunity - -answer-Immunity developed during life in response to disease, vaccination,
or exposure.
Natural active immunity - -answer-Immunity passed to a fetus by its mother
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) - -answer-Infectious diseases transmitted via some form of
intimate, usually sexual, contact.
Chlamydia - -answer-Bacterially caused STI of the urogenital tract; most common STI in the United
States.
,Conjunctivitis - -answer-Serious inflammation of the eye caused by any number of pathogens or
irritants; can be caused by STIs such as chlamydia.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) - -answer-Term used to describe various infections of the female
reproductive tract.
Gonorrhea - -answer-Second most common STD in the United States; if untreated, may cause sterility.
Syphilis - -answer-One of the most widespread STDs; characterized by distinct phases and potentially
serious results.
Chancre - -answer-Sore often found at the site of syphilis infection
Genital herpes - -answer-STI caused by the herpes simplex virus
Pubic lice (crabs) - -answer-Parasites that can inhabit various body areas, especially the genitals
Genital warts - -answer-Warts that appear in the genital area or the anus; caused by the human
papillomaviruses.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) - -answer-A small group of viruses that cause genital warts
Candidiasis - -answer-Yeastlike fungal disease often transmitted sexually.
Vaginitis - -answer-Set of symptoms characterized by vaginal itching, swelling, and burning.
Trichomoniasis - -answer-Protozoan infection characterized by foamy, yellowish discharge and
unpleasant odor
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) - -answer-Extremely virulent sexually transmitted disease
that renders the immune system inoperative.
,Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) - -answer-The slow-acting virus that causes AIDS.
ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosor-bent assay) - -answer-Blood test that detects presence of antibodies
to HIV virus.
Western blot - -answer-A test more accurate than the ELISA to confirm presence of HIV antibodies.
Dyspnea - -answer-Chronic breathlessness.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPDs) - -answer-A collection of chronic lung diseases
including asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis.
Allergy - -answer-Hypersensitive reaction to a specific antigen or allergen in the environment in which
the body produces excessive antibodies to that antigen or allergen.
Histamines - -answer-Chemical substances that dilate blood vessels, increase mucous secretions, and
produce other symptoms of allergies.
Hay fever - -answer-A chronic respiratory disorder that is triggered by pollen
Asthma - -answer-A chronic respiratory disease characterized by attacks of wheezing, shortness of
breath, and coughing spasms.
Emphysema - -answer-A respiratory disease in which the alveoli become distended or ruptured and are
no longer functional.
Alveoli - -answer-Tiny air sacs of the lungs where all gas exchange must occur
Bronchitis - -answer-An inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes.
, Sleep apnea - -answer-Disorder in which a person has numerous episodes of breathing stoppage during
a night's sleep
Migraine - -answer-A condition characterized by localized headaches that possibly result from
alternating dilation and constriction of blood vessels
Epilepsy - -answer-A neurological disorder caused by abnormal electrical brain activity; can be
accompanied by altered consciousness or convulsions.
Parkinson's disease - -answer-A chronic, progressive neurological condition that causes tremors and
other symptoms.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) - -answer-A degenerative neurological disease in which myelin, an insulator of
nerves, breaks down.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) - -answer-The mood changes and physical symptoms that occur in many
women prior to menstruation
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - -answer-A group of symptoms similar to but more severe
than PMS; especially involves mood disturbances.
Endometriosis - -answer-Abnormal development of endometrial tissue outside the uterus; results in
serious side effects.
Insulin - -answer-A hormone produced by the pancreas; required by the body for the metabolism of
carbohydrates
Diabetes mellitus - -answer-A disease in which the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin or the body
fails to use insulin effectively.
Hyperglycemia - -answer-Elevated blood sugar levels.
OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT EXAM 2024-2025 ACTUAL
EXAM TEST BANK 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED -ANSWER-S
Enzymes - -answer-Organic substances that cause bodily changes and destruction of microorganisms
Antigen - -answer-Substance capable of triggering an immune response
Referred pain - -answer-Pain that is present at one point but whose source is elsewhere
Vaccination - -answer-Inoculation with killed or weakened pathogens or similar, less dangerous antigens
in order to prevent or lessen the effects of some disease.
Acquired active immunity - -answer-Immunity developed during life in response to disease, vaccination,
or exposure.
Natural active immunity - -answer-Immunity passed to a fetus by its mother
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) - -answer-Infectious diseases transmitted via some form of
intimate, usually sexual, contact.
Chlamydia - -answer-Bacterially caused STI of the urogenital tract; most common STI in the United
States.
,Conjunctivitis - -answer-Serious inflammation of the eye caused by any number of pathogens or
irritants; can be caused by STIs such as chlamydia.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) - -answer-Term used to describe various infections of the female
reproductive tract.
Gonorrhea - -answer-Second most common STD in the United States; if untreated, may cause sterility.
Syphilis - -answer-One of the most widespread STDs; characterized by distinct phases and potentially
serious results.
Chancre - -answer-Sore often found at the site of syphilis infection
Genital herpes - -answer-STI caused by the herpes simplex virus
Pubic lice (crabs) - -answer-Parasites that can inhabit various body areas, especially the genitals
Genital warts - -answer-Warts that appear in the genital area or the anus; caused by the human
papillomaviruses.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) - -answer-A small group of viruses that cause genital warts
Candidiasis - -answer-Yeastlike fungal disease often transmitted sexually.
Vaginitis - -answer-Set of symptoms characterized by vaginal itching, swelling, and burning.
Trichomoniasis - -answer-Protozoan infection characterized by foamy, yellowish discharge and
unpleasant odor
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) - -answer-Extremely virulent sexually transmitted disease
that renders the immune system inoperative.
,Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) - -answer-The slow-acting virus that causes AIDS.
ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosor-bent assay) - -answer-Blood test that detects presence of antibodies
to HIV virus.
Western blot - -answer-A test more accurate than the ELISA to confirm presence of HIV antibodies.
Dyspnea - -answer-Chronic breathlessness.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPDs) - -answer-A collection of chronic lung diseases
including asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis.
Allergy - -answer-Hypersensitive reaction to a specific antigen or allergen in the environment in which
the body produces excessive antibodies to that antigen or allergen.
Histamines - -answer-Chemical substances that dilate blood vessels, increase mucous secretions, and
produce other symptoms of allergies.
Hay fever - -answer-A chronic respiratory disorder that is triggered by pollen
Asthma - -answer-A chronic respiratory disease characterized by attacks of wheezing, shortness of
breath, and coughing spasms.
Emphysema - -answer-A respiratory disease in which the alveoli become distended or ruptured and are
no longer functional.
Alveoli - -answer-Tiny air sacs of the lungs where all gas exchange must occur
Bronchitis - -answer-An inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes.
, Sleep apnea - -answer-Disorder in which a person has numerous episodes of breathing stoppage during
a night's sleep
Migraine - -answer-A condition characterized by localized headaches that possibly result from
alternating dilation and constriction of blood vessels
Epilepsy - -answer-A neurological disorder caused by abnormal electrical brain activity; can be
accompanied by altered consciousness or convulsions.
Parkinson's disease - -answer-A chronic, progressive neurological condition that causes tremors and
other symptoms.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) - -answer-A degenerative neurological disease in which myelin, an insulator of
nerves, breaks down.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) - -answer-The mood changes and physical symptoms that occur in many
women prior to menstruation
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - -answer-A group of symptoms similar to but more severe
than PMS; especially involves mood disturbances.
Endometriosis - -answer-Abnormal development of endometrial tissue outside the uterus; results in
serious side effects.
Insulin - -answer-A hormone produced by the pancreas; required by the body for the metabolism of
carbohydrates
Diabetes mellitus - -answer-A disease in which the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin or the body
fails to use insulin effectively.
Hyperglycemia - -answer-Elevated blood sugar levels.
