WGU D116 UNIT 7 OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT (OA) QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026… EXAM
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WGU D116 Unit 7 Objective
Assessment (OA) Questions
& Answers 2026-2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
53 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 53 objective assessment questions with their correct answers and brief
explanations, covering adult health and pharmacology. It is suitable for reviewing key concepts, preparing
for certification exams, and reinforcing knowledge in the subject area. Students can utilize this resource to
quickly assess their understanding of important clinical scenarios and medication management.
CONTENTS
01 Gastrointestinal Disorders & Treatments Q1–Q17
02 Diabetes Mellitus Management Q18–Q30
03 Thyroid & Endocrine Disorders Q31–Q41
04 Weight Management & Obesity Q42–Q45
05 Cardiovascular & Renal Considerations Q46–Q48
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, 06 Reproductive Health & Contraception Q49–Q52
07 Insulin Therapy & Analogs Q53–Q53
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 53
An older adult patient with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has had only minimal relief using a
histamine2-receptor antagonist (H2RA). The patient is to begin taking omeprazole.
What should the provider teach this patient?
CORRECT ANSWER
Long-term therapy may be needed for severe GERD
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 53
A patient is diagnosed with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Which medication should the provider order for this patient?
CORRECT ANSWER
Ranitidine which is a H2 receptor antagonist BID
Zollinger ellison syndrome: body produces too much gastrin which causes acid = peptic ulcers and diarrhea
Not cimetidine because it is an CYP450 inhibitor - decreases metabolism - increases drug effects
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 53
A patient has been taking senna for several days, and the provider notes that the urine is yellowish-brown.
What should the provider know about this symptom?
CORRECT ANSWER
It is an expected, harmless effect of senna
Senna (exlax) is a stimulant laxative
Yellowish-brown pink color is expected
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 53
A provider is teaching a patient who is about to begin drug therapy with orlistat. The patient, whose BMI is 28,
has hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
CORRECT ANSWER
"I will need to take a multi-vitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins everyday"
Orlistat works by reducing fat absorption, so fat-soluble vitamins are not absorbed well (ADEK)
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 53
A healthcare professional is discussing the use of immunosuppressants for the treatment of inflammatory
bowel disease (IBD) with a group of nursing students.
Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching?
CORRECT ANSWER
"Cyclosporine can be used to induce remission of IBD"
Can be given IV to induce rapid remission of IBD
Methotrexate used to promote the short-term remission of IBD
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 53
A patient presents to a clinic with a history of chronic liver disease and hepatic encephalopathy. An advanced
practice registered nurse (APRN) has noticed that the patient has an elevated ammonia level.
Which laxative should the APRN prescribe to enhance intestinal excretion of this substance?
CORRECT ANSWER
Lactulose
Enhances intestinal excretion of ammonia
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 53
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
WGU D116 Unit 7 Objective
Assessment (OA) Questions
& Answers 2026-2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
53 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 53 objective assessment questions with their correct answers and brief
explanations, covering adult health and pharmacology. It is suitable for reviewing key concepts, preparing
for certification exams, and reinforcing knowledge in the subject area. Students can utilize this resource to
quickly assess their understanding of important clinical scenarios and medication management.
CONTENTS
01 Gastrointestinal Disorders & Treatments Q1–Q17
02 Diabetes Mellitus Management Q18–Q30
03 Thyroid & Endocrine Disorders Q31–Q41
04 Weight Management & Obesity Q42–Q45
05 Cardiovascular & Renal Considerations Q46–Q48
Page 1
, 06 Reproductive Health & Contraception Q49–Q52
07 Insulin Therapy & Analogs Q53–Q53
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 53
An older adult patient with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has had only minimal relief using a
histamine2-receptor antagonist (H2RA). The patient is to begin taking omeprazole.
What should the provider teach this patient?
CORRECT ANSWER
Long-term therapy may be needed for severe GERD
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 53
A patient is diagnosed with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
Which medication should the provider order for this patient?
CORRECT ANSWER
Ranitidine which is a H2 receptor antagonist BID
Zollinger ellison syndrome: body produces too much gastrin which causes acid = peptic ulcers and diarrhea
Not cimetidine because it is an CYP450 inhibitor - decreases metabolism - increases drug effects
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 53
A patient has been taking senna for several days, and the provider notes that the urine is yellowish-brown.
What should the provider know about this symptom?
CORRECT ANSWER
It is an expected, harmless effect of senna
Senna (exlax) is a stimulant laxative
Yellowish-brown pink color is expected
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 53
A provider is teaching a patient who is about to begin drug therapy with orlistat. The patient, whose BMI is 28,
has hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
CORRECT ANSWER
"I will need to take a multi-vitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins everyday"
Orlistat works by reducing fat absorption, so fat-soluble vitamins are not absorbed well (ADEK)
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 53
A healthcare professional is discussing the use of immunosuppressants for the treatment of inflammatory
bowel disease (IBD) with a group of nursing students.
Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching?
CORRECT ANSWER
"Cyclosporine can be used to induce remission of IBD"
Can be given IV to induce rapid remission of IBD
Methotrexate used to promote the short-term remission of IBD
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 53
A patient presents to a clinic with a history of chronic liver disease and hepatic encephalopathy. An advanced
practice registered nurse (APRN) has noticed that the patient has an elevated ammonia level.
Which laxative should the APRN prescribe to enhance intestinal excretion of this substance?
CORRECT ANSWER
Lactulose
Enhances intestinal excretion of ammonia
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 53
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