WGU PATHOPHYSIOLOGY STUDY GUIDE D236

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WGU PATHOPHYSIOLOGY STUDY GUIDE D236
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONS
COMPLETED WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
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2026 LATEST VERSION




Question 1

1. A bedridden client has frequent gastrointestinal reflux. Which condition might the client develop
due to gastrointestinal reflux?



A. Aspiration Pneumonia

B. Hypotension

C. Hyperthermia

D. Constipation


4 points

Question 2

1. A client displays behaviors that involve a desire for perfection and success in academics, and psychiatric
characteristics, such as being socially isolated and emotional, and having a severely restricted
diet. Which disorder could the client possibly have?

A. Anorexia nervosa


B. Bulimia nervosa


C. Binge eating


D. Purging disorder

, 4 points

Question 3

1. A client complains of headaches during morning hours and sleep, and also rhinorrhea and tearing
of the eye. Which type of headache is likely to be diagnosed for the client?
A. Tension headache


B. Migraine


C. Cluster headache


D. Cephalgia



4 points

Question 4

1. A client has +3 pitting edema on the feet and also has ascites. What is the most important clinical
feature to be monitored given this condition?




A. Hemoglobin level


B. Serum albumin level


C. Red blood cells count


D. White blood cells count


4 points

Question 5

1. Which is a physical assessment finding of respiratory acidosis?