WGU D115 Advanced Pathophysiology Test Bank with
All Verified Exam Questions and Correct Answers
2026/2027 Latest Update
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) - correct answer-The GCS is scored between 3 and 15,
3 being the worst and 15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score - correct answer-A GCS score of 3-8 describes a severe TBI.
Obsessions - correct answer-Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts,
impulses, or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Characteristics - correct answer-Impaired
concentration and irritability are major characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms - correct answer-The characteristics of schizophrenia
are paranoia, delusions, tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized
behavior, and hallucinations.
,Acute Otitis Media - correct answer-The classic presentation of otitis media is
otalgia, muffled hearing, popping sensation, and a recent history of a cold or flare
up of allergic rhinitis.
Peritonsillar Abscess - correct answer-Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by
severe sore throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms, and a hot
potato voice.
Graves' Disease - correct answer-Graves' disease, an autoimmune condition also
known as 'diffuse toxic goiter' is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in
this age group.
Insulin Resistance Finding - correct answer-Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is associated
with increasing insulin resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer - correct answer-Carbohydrate is a
macronutrient with the greatest impact on the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - correct answer-Type 1 DM is associated with beta cell
destruction leading to absolute insulin deficiency resulting in significant
hyperglycemia and potential for ketoacidosis.
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Risk Factors - correct answer-Major risk factors are
heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor - correct answer-Oral contraceptives have been
shown to reduce the incidence of endometrial cancer.
,Mixed Precocious Puberty - correct answer-Mixed precocious puberty cases the
child to develop some secondary characteristics of the opposite sex, such as the
feminization of a boy.
Delayed Puberty Cause - correct answer-In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is
physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association - correct answer-Priapism has been associated with the
abuse of certain substances.
Priapism - correct answer-Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine - correct answer-Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation - correct answer-Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst - correct answer-Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst - correct answer-Functional cyst from incomplete follicle
maturation.
Genetic counseling - correct answer-Advisory service for individuals at genetic
risk.
Maternal age - correct answer-Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
, Amniocentesis - correct answer-Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome - correct answer-Condition with monosomy X in affected cells.
Cri du chat syndrome - correct answer-Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like
cry.
Adaptive immunity - correct answer-Immune response mediated by T and B cells.
Minimally conscious state - correct answer-Patient shows limited but definite
responses.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) - correct answer-Severe lung
inflammation with bilateral infiltrates.
Capillary hydrostatic pressure - correct answer-Increased pressure causing
pulmonary edema.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) - correct answer-Antibody involved in asthma
pathophysiology.
Airway remodeling - correct answer-Long-term damage from uncontrolled airway
inflammation.
All Verified Exam Questions and Correct Answers
2026/2027 Latest Update
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) - correct answer-The GCS is scored between 3 and 15,
3 being the worst and 15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score - correct answer-A GCS score of 3-8 describes a severe TBI.
Obsessions - correct answer-Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts,
impulses, or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Characteristics - correct answer-Impaired
concentration and irritability are major characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms - correct answer-The characteristics of schizophrenia
are paranoia, delusions, tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized
behavior, and hallucinations.
,Acute Otitis Media - correct answer-The classic presentation of otitis media is
otalgia, muffled hearing, popping sensation, and a recent history of a cold or flare
up of allergic rhinitis.
Peritonsillar Abscess - correct answer-Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by
severe sore throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms, and a hot
potato voice.
Graves' Disease - correct answer-Graves' disease, an autoimmune condition also
known as 'diffuse toxic goiter' is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in
this age group.
Insulin Resistance Finding - correct answer-Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is associated
with increasing insulin resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer - correct answer-Carbohydrate is a
macronutrient with the greatest impact on the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - correct answer-Type 1 DM is associated with beta cell
destruction leading to absolute insulin deficiency resulting in significant
hyperglycemia and potential for ketoacidosis.
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Risk Factors - correct answer-Major risk factors are
heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor - correct answer-Oral contraceptives have been
shown to reduce the incidence of endometrial cancer.
,Mixed Precocious Puberty - correct answer-Mixed precocious puberty cases the
child to develop some secondary characteristics of the opposite sex, such as the
feminization of a boy.
Delayed Puberty Cause - correct answer-In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is
physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association - correct answer-Priapism has been associated with the
abuse of certain substances.
Priapism - correct answer-Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine - correct answer-Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation - correct answer-Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst - correct answer-Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst - correct answer-Functional cyst from incomplete follicle
maturation.
Genetic counseling - correct answer-Advisory service for individuals at genetic
risk.
Maternal age - correct answer-Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
, Amniocentesis - correct answer-Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome - correct answer-Condition with monosomy X in affected cells.
Cri du chat syndrome - correct answer-Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like
cry.
Adaptive immunity - correct answer-Immune response mediated by T and B cells.
Minimally conscious state - correct answer-Patient shows limited but definite
responses.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) - correct answer-Severe lung
inflammation with bilateral infiltrates.
Capillary hydrostatic pressure - correct answer-Increased pressure causing
pulmonary edema.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) - correct answer-Antibody involved in asthma
pathophysiology.
Airway remodeling - correct answer-Long-term damage from uncontrolled airway
inflammation.
