WGU D446 ADULT HEALTH 2 OA EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026|CERTIFIED QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS

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WGU D446 ADULT HEALTH 2 OA
EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026|CERTIFIED
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS



Cervical Spine Injury - correct-answer -Assess for breathing issues due to

diaphragm impairment. Interventions: Immobilize cervical spine, prepare for

mechanical ventilation.




Cushing's Disease - correct-answer -Signs: Moon face, buffalo hump,

hyperglycemia, hypertension. Interventions: Monitor electrolytes, reduce

corticosteroid use if applicable.




Graves' Disease - correct-answer -Signs: Tachycardia, heat intolerance,

exophthalmos. Interventions: Antithyroid medications, beta-blockers for

symptom control.

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Diabetes Management - correct-answer -Key Focus: Managing high glucose and

HDL through diet and medication adherence.




SIADH - correct-answer -Symptoms: Fluid overload, hyponatremia (confusion,

seizures). Interventions: Fluid restriction, hypertonic saline if severe.




Post Nephrotomy Care - correct-answer -Monitor urine output and assess for

bleeding or infection.




Potassium-Sparing Diuretics - correct-answer -Spironolactone (monitor for

hyperkalemia).