WGU D236 OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSW… EXAM
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WGU D236 Objective
Assessment Pathophysiology
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest Verified
Edition
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
222 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 222 verified exam questions with correct answers provided, covering the subject of
pathophysiology. Each question is designed to enhance understanding by offering clear explanations of key
concepts and principles. It is suitable for study, review, and preparation for certification exams in healthcare
fields.
CONTENTS
• Respiratory Disorders • Infectious Diseases
• Neurological Disorders • Hematological Disorders
• Pain and Symptoms • Cardiovascular Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Disorders • Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Oncology • Metabolic Disorders
• Congenital Disorders • Dermatological Disorders
• Renal Disorders • Endocrine Disorders
• Immunology
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 222
What are two pulmonary causes leading to respiratory acidosis?
a. Asthma and shortness of breath
b. Hyperventilation and fever
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
d. Anemia and pain
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 222
A patient records documents headaches with memory defects.
The patient's color and temperature are unusual, and the patient
reports pain at night. Which condition is described?
a. Angina pectoris
b. Atherosclerosis
c. Myocardial infarction
d. Thrombophlebitis
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Thrombophlebitis
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 222
Which condition is caused by Adenovirus?
a. Mononucleosis
b. Erythema infection
c. Gastroenteritis
d. Upper respiratory infection
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Upper respiratory infection
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 222
Which two infections affect the lower respiratory tract? Choose
2 answers
a. Infectious mononucleosis
b. Respiratory mycoses
c. Acute laryngitis
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Respiratory mycoses
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 222
A patient's records indicate a diagnosis of a staphylococcal skin infection (often referred to as a "superbug"),
which caused a boil
to develop on the patient's buttock. Symptoms included red, swollen skin with pus.
a. Scabs
b. Itchiness
c. Scaliness
d. Warm to touch
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Warm to touch
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 222
What is one of the two classifications of Amyotrophic Lateral
Sclerosis (ALS)?
a. Nonproliferative
b. Acute
c. Sporadic
d. Exuciatic
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Sporadic
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 222
How does your body respond to an infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
T cells produce cytokines, which stimulate B
cells. B cells produce antibodies.
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, Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 222
What is a benign neoplasm?
CORRECT ANSWER
Noncancerous growths, stationary, distinct
borders
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 222
What is sclerosis?
CORRECT ANSWER
Abnormal condition of hardening
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 222
What does myocardial infarction cause damage to?
CORRECT ANSWER
Arteries of: brain, retina, heart, kidneys.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 222
What is an upper respiratory tract infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
Common cold, laryngitis, croup, pharyngitis,
rhinitis, sinusitis, and tonsillitis
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 222
What is a lower respiratory tract infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
Pneumonia, bronchitis, tuberculosis
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 222
What is pneumonia?
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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 D236 Objective
Assessment Pathophysiology
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest Verified
Edition
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
222 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 222 verified exam questions with correct answers provided, covering the subject of
pathophysiology. Each question is designed to enhance understanding by offering clear explanations of key
concepts and principles. It is suitable for study, review, and preparation for certification exams in healthcare
fields.
CONTENTS
• Respiratory Disorders • Infectious Diseases
• Neurological Disorders • Hematological Disorders
• Pain and Symptoms • Cardiovascular Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Disorders • Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Oncology • Metabolic Disorders
• Congenital Disorders • Dermatological Disorders
• Renal Disorders • Endocrine Disorders
• Immunology
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 222
What are two pulmonary causes leading to respiratory acidosis?
a. Asthma and shortness of breath
b. Hyperventilation and fever
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
d. Anemia and pain
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 222
A patient records documents headaches with memory defects.
The patient's color and temperature are unusual, and the patient
reports pain at night. Which condition is described?
a. Angina pectoris
b. Atherosclerosis
c. Myocardial infarction
d. Thrombophlebitis
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Thrombophlebitis
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 222
Which condition is caused by Adenovirus?
a. Mononucleosis
b. Erythema infection
c. Gastroenteritis
d. Upper respiratory infection
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Upper respiratory infection
Page 2
, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 222
Which two infections affect the lower respiratory tract? Choose
2 answers
a. Infectious mononucleosis
b. Respiratory mycoses
c. Acute laryngitis
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Respiratory mycoses
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 222
A patient's records indicate a diagnosis of a staphylococcal skin infection (often referred to as a "superbug"),
which caused a boil
to develop on the patient's buttock. Symptoms included red, swollen skin with pus.
a. Scabs
b. Itchiness
c. Scaliness
d. Warm to touch
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Warm to touch
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 222
What is one of the two classifications of Amyotrophic Lateral
Sclerosis (ALS)?
a. Nonproliferative
b. Acute
c. Sporadic
d. Exuciatic
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Sporadic
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 222
How does your body respond to an infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
T cells produce cytokines, which stimulate B
cells. B cells produce antibodies.
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, Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 222
What is a benign neoplasm?
CORRECT ANSWER
Noncancerous growths, stationary, distinct
borders
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 222
What is sclerosis?
CORRECT ANSWER
Abnormal condition of hardening
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 222
What does myocardial infarction cause damage to?
CORRECT ANSWER
Arteries of: brain, retina, heart, kidneys.
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 222
What is an upper respiratory tract infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
Common cold, laryngitis, croup, pharyngitis,
rhinitis, sinusitis, and tonsillitis
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 222
What is a lower respiratory tract infection?
CORRECT ANSWER
Pneumonia, bronchitis, tuberculosis
Q13 QUESTION 13 OF 222
What is pneumonia?
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