WGU D236-Patho 360+ (Latest Edition) 100% Verified Q&A + Answer Key Solutions

WGU D236-Patho
(Latest 2025-2026 Edition) 100% Verified Q&A + Answer
360+
Key Solutions


VERIFIED ANSWERS


Question 1
uses extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue, such as tumors or damaged nerves

TREATMENT FOR PROSTATE CANCER
Correct Answer
cryoablation


Question 2
lung disease caused by a long term inhalation of silica dust which leads to lung inflammation, scarring, and breathing
difficulties.
GUY WITH SANDBLASTER
Correct Answer
silicosis


Question 3
damages motor neurons which control voluntary muscle movements
Correct Answer
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)


Question 4
INVOLUNTARY MUSCLE CONTRACTIONS, WEAKNESS, LOWER EXTREMITY TWITCHING AND.
PRESCRIBED ANTI GLUTAMATE
Correct Answer
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)




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,Question 5
most common form of ALS that occurs randomly without a known genetic
cause or family history
Correct Answer
SPORADIC ALS


Question 6
A 60-year-old man presents with progressive muscle weakness. He reports difficulty walking, muscle twitching, and recent
trouble swallowing. On exam, he has both upper motor neuron signs (e.g., hyperreflexia, spasticity) and lower motor
neuron signs (e.g., muscle atrophy, fasciculations). Sensation remains intact.
Correct Answer
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)


Question 7
chronic degenerative joint disease that occurs when cartilage that cushions the end of bones gradually wears down over
time.
Correct Answer
osteoarthritis


Question 8
(associated with Osteoarthritis instead of RA)

Enlargement and bulging of a joint contour, commonly described as swelling, are attributed to the thickening of the
subchondral bone from the proliferation of osteophytes around the margins of the joint and hypertrophy in the joint
capsule.
Correct Answer
Bouchard nodes
and
Heberden nodes


Question 9
A 68-year-old woman complains of chronic knee pain that worsens with activity and improves with rest. On examination,
there is bony enlargement of the distal interphalangeal joints (Heberden's nodes) and crepitus in the knees. There is no
warmth or significant swelling.
Correct Answer
osteoarthritis


Question 10
chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks the synovium causing inflammation, pain, and
joint damage.
Correct Answer
rheumatoid arthritis




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,Question 11
A 45-year-old woman presents with joint pain and stiffness in her hands and wrists. She reports the stiffness is worst in the
morning and lasts for over an hour. On exam, there is swelling, tenderness, and limited range of motion in the
metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints bilaterally. Lab results show positive rheumatoid
factor (RF) and anti-CCP antibodies.
Correct Answer
rheumatoid arthritis


Question 12
an infection or inflammation of the inner lining of the heart affecting the heart valves.

it is caused by bacteria, fungi, or other germs (tooth decay)
**Night sweats
***loud heart murmur
VEGETATION SHOWN ON AN ECHO
Correct Answer
ENDOCARDITIS


Question 13
A 35-year-old man with a history of intravenous drug use presents with fever, chills, and fatigue. On exam, he has a new
systolic murmur and small, painless lesions on the palms and soles (Janeway lesions). Blood cultures are positive for
Staphylococcus aureus.
Correct Answer
ENDOCARDITIS


Question 14
NECK/JAW PAIN
CHEST PAIN (angina pectoris)
VOMITING
DIAGNOSIS
**LACK OF O2=death to muscle tissue (necrosis)
**OCCLUSION OF CORONARY ATERY
Correct Answer
MI (myocardial infarction)


Question 15
A 58-year-old man presents to the emergency department with crushing chest pain radiating to his left arm, shortness of
breath, and nausea. He is diaphoretic. ECG shows ST-segment elevations in leads II, III, and aVF. Troponin levels are elevated.
Correct Answer
MI (myocardial infarction)




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, Question 16
occurs when there is a mismatch between oxygen supply and demand in the heart leading to ischemia (lack of oxygen) and
heart muscle damage but without a direct blockage of a coronary artery
Correct Answer
type 2 MI (myocardial infarction)


Question 17
A 70-year-old woman is admitted with sepsis from a urinary tract infection. She develops chest discomfort and shortness of
breath. Troponin levels are elevated, but ECG shows no ST-segment elevations. Coronary angiography reveals no significant
obstructive coronary artery disease
Correct Answer
type 2 MI (myocardial infarction)


Question 18
What is a risk factor for erectile dysfunction?
Correct Answer
HEART DISEASE


Question 19
chronic liver disease where healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue which impairs the livers ability to function properly
Correct Answer
cirrhosis


Question 20
Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity)
jaundice
elevated AST and ALT

Correct Answer
cirrhosis


Question 21
Cirrhosis =
Correct Answer
scarred liver, can’t filter → ascites (fluid accumulates) + jaundice.


Question 22
A 58-year-old man with a history of chronic alcohol use presents with fatigue, abdominal swelling, and confusion. Physical
exam reveals jaundice, ascites, spider angiomas, and asterixis. Lab tests show elevated liver enzymes, low albumin, and an
increased INR.
Correct Answer
cirrhosis




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