WGU D444
Adult Health 1
Objective Assessment
Actual Questions with Verified Answers
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What You Will Get:
➢125 OA Exam Questions w/ Answers
➢Expert Rationales included.
➢OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization
➢Zach's Study Guide D444
➢ Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections
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D444 OA EXAM .............................................................................2
D444 OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization ...................................... 66
Zach's Study Guide D444 ................................................................. 74
Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections ........................... 89
D444 OA EXAM
1. A client with glaucoma is preparing for discharge. Which instruction should the
nurse prioritize?
A. Avoid bending at the waist, coughing, or straining
B. Use miotic eye drops only when vision is blurry
C. Resume weightlifting gradually over 2 weeks
D. Sleep with the head of bed flat to reduce eye strain
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glaucoma is characterized by increased intraocular pressure (IOP). Bending,
coughing, and straining significantly elevate IOP, which can worsen optic nerve damage
and lead to vision loss. Option B is incorrect because miotics like pilocarpine must be
used as prescribed, not PRN. Option C is incorrect because lifting increases IOP and is
contraindicated. Option D is incorrect because elevating the HOB actually helps reduce
IOP; lying flat increases venous pressure in the eye.
,2. A client returns from cataract surgery. Which discharge instruction is most
appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
A. Avoid bending at the waist
B. Lift objects no heavier than 10 pounds
C. Use stool softeners to prevent straining
D. Resume driving the day after surgery
E. Sleep on the operative side to promote drainage
Correct Answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Post-cataract surgery, the priority is preventing increased IOP. Bending at the
waist (A), lifting >10 lbs (B), and straining during bowel movements (C) all raise IOP and
threaten surgical outcomes. Option D is incorrect because vision is often blurry post-op,
and driving is unsafe. Option E is incorrect because sleeping on the operative side
increases pressure on the healing eye; clients should sleep on the non-operative side or
with an eye shield.
3. A client presents with intense eye pain, photophobia, and reports a sensation of
something in the eye after gardening. Which intervention should the nurse anticipate?
A. Prescribing topical anesthetic drops for home use
B. Applying an antibiotic ointment and possibly an eye patch
C. Administering corticosteroid drops immediately
D. Irrigating the eye with normal saline for 20 minutes
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This presentation is consistent with a corneal abrasion. Treatment includes
antibiotic ointment to prevent infection and patching to promote healing. Option A is a
critical contraindication—topical anesthetics for home use mask worsening pain and can
cause "corneal melting" (permanent damage). Option C is generally contraindicated
initially because steroids suppress immune response and may cause fungal overgrowth
or corneal melting. Option D describes treatment for a chemical burn, not an abrasion.
,minutes before meals to maximize muscle strength during swallowing and reduce
aspiration risk. Giving it after meals (A) would not help with eating. Option C is incorrect
because pyridostigmine should not be held without provider orders. Option D is
incorrect because dosing is scheduled around activity and meals, not just bedtime.
9. A client with Parkinson's disease is admitted to the hospital. Which nursing
intervention is the priority?
A. Administer levodopa on a flexible schedule to accommodate tests
B. Administer levodopa on time and prevent falls
C. Restrict protein intake to enhance medication absorption
D. Encourage bed rest to conserve energy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parkinson's disease is characterized by resting tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia,
and shuffling gait. Levodopa must be given on time to maintain therapeutic dopamine
levels and prevent "off" episodes. Fall prevention is critical due to postural instability.
Option A is dangerous—timing must be precise. Option C is partially correct (protein can
interfere with levodopa absorption) but not the priority. Option D is incorrect because
mobility should be encouraged within safety limits.
10. A client has a witnessed generalized tonic-clonic seizure. Which action should the
nurse take first?
A. Insert an oral airway to maintain the airway
B. Turn the client onto their side and protect the head
C. Restrain the client's limbs to prevent injury
D. Administer IV diazepam immediately
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During a seizure, the priority is protecting the airway and preventing injury.
Turning the client on their side allows secretions to drain and prevents aspiration. Option
A is contraindicated—never insert anything into the mouth during a seizure. Option C is
contraindicated—never restrain a seizing patient; it causes musculoskeletal injury.
,C. Auscultate lung sounds before intervention
D. Check vital signs and then decide on oxygen
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden SOB is a red flag for life-threatening conditions (PE, pneumothorax,
anaphylaxis, MI). Oxygen is the immediate priority to prevent hypoxic organ damage.
Assessment (A, C, D) should not delay oxygen administration in acute respiratory
distress.
48. A client with a change in level of consciousness is admitted. Which assessment
should the nurse perform first?
A. Check oxygen saturation and blood glucose
B. Perform a full neurological examination
C. Obtain a CT scan of the head
D. Review the medication list for sedatives
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changes in LOC are often caused by hypoxia or hypoglycemia—both are
immediately reversible and life-threatening if untreated. The nurse must check oxygen
and glucose FIRST before pursuing other diagnostics. Options B, C, and D are important
but secondary to addressing immediate physiological threats.
49. A nurse is preparing to suction a client via endotracheal tube. Which technique is
correct?
A. Suction continuously while inserting and withdrawing the catheter
B. Hyperoxygenate before suctioning, suction for 10–15 seconds maximum, and apply
suction only while withdrawing
C. Suction for up to 30 seconds to ensure airway clearance
D. Insert the catheter to a predetermined depth without pre-oxygenation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper suctioning technique: hyperoxygenate before (prevent hypoxia), limit
,99. A client reports sudden onset of chest pain. What is the nurse's first action?
A. Obtain a detailed history of the pain characteristics
B. Apply oxygen and then assess
C. Auscultate heart sounds before any intervention
D. Administer sublingual nitroglycerin immediately
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain can indicate life-threatening conditions (MI, PE, aortic dissection,
pneumothorax). Oxygen is the first priority to prevent hypoxic myocardial damage,
followed by assessment and targeted treatment. Option A delays critical care. Option C is
part of assessment but should not precede oxygen. Option D requires assessment first—
nitroglycerin is contraindicated in certain conditions (RV infarct, SBP <90, recent PDE5
inhibitor use).
100. A client is found confused and restless. Which assessment should the nurse
perform first?
A. Full neurological examination including Glasgow Coma Scale
B. Check oxygen saturation and blood glucose
C. Obtain a CT scan of the head
D. Review the medication administration record for sedatives
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness and confusion are often the first signs of hypoxia. Hypoglycemia
also causes altered mental status. Both are immediately reversible and life-threatening if
untreated. The nurse must check oxygen and glucose FIRST before pursuing other
diagnostics. Options A, C, and D are important but secondary.
101. A nurse recognizes that hypoxia often manifests initially as restlessness and
confusion. Which underlying physiological mechanism explains this?
, D444 OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization
1. Glaucoma priority: Avoid anything that increases intraocular pressure; no bending,
coughing, or straining.
2. Cataracts post-op priority: Avoid bending, lifting, or straining to prevent increased eye
pressure.
3. Corneal Abrasions: Scratches on the cornea causing intense pain and photophobia;
treated with antibiotic ointment and sometimes patching.
4. Retinal Detachment: Separation of the retina from the epithelium; characterized by
flashing lights, floaters, and a "curtain" over the vision; an ocular emergency.
5. Meniere's Disease: Inner ear disorder characterized by vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing
loss; managed with low-sodium diet and diuretics.
6. Vertigo: Sensation of spinning or dizziness; nursing priority is safety and fall prevention.
7. Multiple sclerosis key features: Autoimmune demyelination causing fatigue, weakness,
vision problems, and heat sensitivity.
8. Myasthenia gravis key features: Muscle weakness that worsens with activity, improves
with rest, with ptosis and dysphagia.
9. Myasthenia gravis priority: Maintain airway and give pyridostigmine before meals.
10. Parkinson's Disease key features: Resting tremor, rigidity, slow movement, and shuffling
gait.
11. Parkinson's priority: Give levodopa on time and prevent falls.
12. Seizure Disorders Priority: Protect airway, turn patient on side, do not restrain.
13. Pulmonary embolism priority: Oxygen first, then anticoagulants.
14. Melanoma: Most aggressive skin cancer; identified by the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry,
Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving).
15. Herpes Zoster (Shingles): Reactivation of varicella-virus; presents as painful vesicles
along a dermatome; requires airborne/contact precautions if disseminated.
, Zach's Study Guide D444
Eye Injuries
Table
Condition Key Points
Ocular Priority intervention: Immediate irrigation to prevent permanent
Chemical damage
Burn
, Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections
Ophthalmology, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal and Infectious Disease
OPHTHALMOLOGY
1. What are the types of ocular injuries?
Answer: Chemical burns, trauma (blunt, penetrating, foreign body), thermal
2. What is the immediate intervention for chemical burns in the eye?
Answer: Begin irrigation immediately with sterile saline or water and do not stop until
emergency personnel arrive
3. What are common assessment findings for ocular injuries?
Answer: Abnormal or decreased vision, abnormal IOP, absent eye movements, blood in
anterior chamber, fluid drainage, pain, photophobia, prolapsed globe, redness, swelling,
tearing, visible field defects
4. What is primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG)?
Answer: The most common type of glaucoma caused by aqueous humor overproduction or
decreased outflow, leading to increased IOP
5. What are the signs and symptoms of primary open-angle glaucoma?
Answer: Gradual loss of peripheral vision, mild aching in eyes
Adult Health 1
Objective Assessment
Actual Questions with Verified Answers
Pass the Exam with Confidence
What You Will Get:
➢125 OA Exam Questions w/ Answers
➢Expert Rationales included.
➢OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization
➢Zach's Study Guide D444
➢ Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections
, D444 Adult Health 1 OA Exam
Preview Pages Below
Get the Complete PDF After Purchase
"If you require further clarification or in need of any
study resources, feel free to Message me."
Preview sample - complete PDF available after purchase
,Table of Contents
D444 OA EXAM .............................................................................2
D444 OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization ...................................... 66
Zach's Study Guide D444 ................................................................. 74
Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections ........................... 89
D444 OA EXAM
1. A client with glaucoma is preparing for discharge. Which instruction should the
nurse prioritize?
A. Avoid bending at the waist, coughing, or straining
B. Use miotic eye drops only when vision is blurry
C. Resume weightlifting gradually over 2 weeks
D. Sleep with the head of bed flat to reduce eye strain
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glaucoma is characterized by increased intraocular pressure (IOP). Bending,
coughing, and straining significantly elevate IOP, which can worsen optic nerve damage
and lead to vision loss. Option B is incorrect because miotics like pilocarpine must be
used as prescribed, not PRN. Option C is incorrect because lifting increases IOP and is
contraindicated. Option D is incorrect because elevating the HOB actually helps reduce
IOP; lying flat increases venous pressure in the eye.
,2. A client returns from cataract surgery. Which discharge instruction is most
appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
A. Avoid bending at the waist
B. Lift objects no heavier than 10 pounds
C. Use stool softeners to prevent straining
D. Resume driving the day after surgery
E. Sleep on the operative side to promote drainage
Correct Answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Post-cataract surgery, the priority is preventing increased IOP. Bending at the
waist (A), lifting >10 lbs (B), and straining during bowel movements (C) all raise IOP and
threaten surgical outcomes. Option D is incorrect because vision is often blurry post-op,
and driving is unsafe. Option E is incorrect because sleeping on the operative side
increases pressure on the healing eye; clients should sleep on the non-operative side or
with an eye shield.
3. A client presents with intense eye pain, photophobia, and reports a sensation of
something in the eye after gardening. Which intervention should the nurse anticipate?
A. Prescribing topical anesthetic drops for home use
B. Applying an antibiotic ointment and possibly an eye patch
C. Administering corticosteroid drops immediately
D. Irrigating the eye with normal saline for 20 minutes
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This presentation is consistent with a corneal abrasion. Treatment includes
antibiotic ointment to prevent infection and patching to promote healing. Option A is a
critical contraindication—topical anesthetics for home use mask worsening pain and can
cause "corneal melting" (permanent damage). Option C is generally contraindicated
initially because steroids suppress immune response and may cause fungal overgrowth
or corneal melting. Option D describes treatment for a chemical burn, not an abrasion.
,minutes before meals to maximize muscle strength during swallowing and reduce
aspiration risk. Giving it after meals (A) would not help with eating. Option C is incorrect
because pyridostigmine should not be held without provider orders. Option D is
incorrect because dosing is scheduled around activity and meals, not just bedtime.
9. A client with Parkinson's disease is admitted to the hospital. Which nursing
intervention is the priority?
A. Administer levodopa on a flexible schedule to accommodate tests
B. Administer levodopa on time and prevent falls
C. Restrict protein intake to enhance medication absorption
D. Encourage bed rest to conserve energy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parkinson's disease is characterized by resting tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia,
and shuffling gait. Levodopa must be given on time to maintain therapeutic dopamine
levels and prevent "off" episodes. Fall prevention is critical due to postural instability.
Option A is dangerous—timing must be precise. Option C is partially correct (protein can
interfere with levodopa absorption) but not the priority. Option D is incorrect because
mobility should be encouraged within safety limits.
10. A client has a witnessed generalized tonic-clonic seizure. Which action should the
nurse take first?
A. Insert an oral airway to maintain the airway
B. Turn the client onto their side and protect the head
C. Restrain the client's limbs to prevent injury
D. Administer IV diazepam immediately
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During a seizure, the priority is protecting the airway and preventing injury.
Turning the client on their side allows secretions to drain and prevents aspiration. Option
A is contraindicated—never insert anything into the mouth during a seizure. Option C is
contraindicated—never restrain a seizing patient; it causes musculoskeletal injury.
,C. Auscultate lung sounds before intervention
D. Check vital signs and then decide on oxygen
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden SOB is a red flag for life-threatening conditions (PE, pneumothorax,
anaphylaxis, MI). Oxygen is the immediate priority to prevent hypoxic organ damage.
Assessment (A, C, D) should not delay oxygen administration in acute respiratory
distress.
48. A client with a change in level of consciousness is admitted. Which assessment
should the nurse perform first?
A. Check oxygen saturation and blood glucose
B. Perform a full neurological examination
C. Obtain a CT scan of the head
D. Review the medication list for sedatives
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changes in LOC are often caused by hypoxia or hypoglycemia—both are
immediately reversible and life-threatening if untreated. The nurse must check oxygen
and glucose FIRST before pursuing other diagnostics. Options B, C, and D are important
but secondary to addressing immediate physiological threats.
49. A nurse is preparing to suction a client via endotracheal tube. Which technique is
correct?
A. Suction continuously while inserting and withdrawing the catheter
B. Hyperoxygenate before suctioning, suction for 10–15 seconds maximum, and apply
suction only while withdrawing
C. Suction for up to 30 seconds to ensure airway clearance
D. Insert the catheter to a predetermined depth without pre-oxygenation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper suctioning technique: hyperoxygenate before (prevent hypoxia), limit
,99. A client reports sudden onset of chest pain. What is the nurse's first action?
A. Obtain a detailed history of the pain characteristics
B. Apply oxygen and then assess
C. Auscultate heart sounds before any intervention
D. Administer sublingual nitroglycerin immediately
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain can indicate life-threatening conditions (MI, PE, aortic dissection,
pneumothorax). Oxygen is the first priority to prevent hypoxic myocardial damage,
followed by assessment and targeted treatment. Option A delays critical care. Option C is
part of assessment but should not precede oxygen. Option D requires assessment first—
nitroglycerin is contraindicated in certain conditions (RV infarct, SBP <90, recent PDE5
inhibitor use).
100. A client is found confused and restless. Which assessment should the nurse
perform first?
A. Full neurological examination including Glasgow Coma Scale
B. Check oxygen saturation and blood glucose
C. Obtain a CT scan of the head
D. Review the medication administration record for sedatives
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness and confusion are often the first signs of hypoxia. Hypoglycemia
also causes altered mental status. Both are immediately reversible and life-threatening if
untreated. The nurse must check oxygen and glucose FIRST before pursuing other
diagnostics. Options A, C, and D are important but secondary.
101. A nurse recognizes that hypoxia often manifests initially as restlessness and
confusion. Which underlying physiological mechanism explains this?
, D444 OA Study Guide & Clinical Prioritization
1. Glaucoma priority: Avoid anything that increases intraocular pressure; no bending,
coughing, or straining.
2. Cataracts post-op priority: Avoid bending, lifting, or straining to prevent increased eye
pressure.
3. Corneal Abrasions: Scratches on the cornea causing intense pain and photophobia;
treated with antibiotic ointment and sometimes patching.
4. Retinal Detachment: Separation of the retina from the epithelium; characterized by
flashing lights, floaters, and a "curtain" over the vision; an ocular emergency.
5. Meniere's Disease: Inner ear disorder characterized by vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing
loss; managed with low-sodium diet and diuretics.
6. Vertigo: Sensation of spinning or dizziness; nursing priority is safety and fall prevention.
7. Multiple sclerosis key features: Autoimmune demyelination causing fatigue, weakness,
vision problems, and heat sensitivity.
8. Myasthenia gravis key features: Muscle weakness that worsens with activity, improves
with rest, with ptosis and dysphagia.
9. Myasthenia gravis priority: Maintain airway and give pyridostigmine before meals.
10. Parkinson's Disease key features: Resting tremor, rigidity, slow movement, and shuffling
gait.
11. Parkinson's priority: Give levodopa on time and prevent falls.
12. Seizure Disorders Priority: Protect airway, turn patient on side, do not restrain.
13. Pulmonary embolism priority: Oxygen first, then anticoagulants.
14. Melanoma: Most aggressive skin cancer; identified by the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry,
Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving).
15. Herpes Zoster (Shingles): Reactivation of varicella-virus; presents as painful vesicles
along a dermatome; requires airborne/contact precautions if disseminated.
, Zach's Study Guide D444
Eye Injuries
Table
Condition Key Points
Ocular Priority intervention: Immediate irrigation to prevent permanent
Chemical damage
Burn
, Adult Health Study Guide: Core Systems & Infections
Ophthalmology, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal and Infectious Disease
OPHTHALMOLOGY
1. What are the types of ocular injuries?
Answer: Chemical burns, trauma (blunt, penetrating, foreign body), thermal
2. What is the immediate intervention for chemical burns in the eye?
Answer: Begin irrigation immediately with sterile saline or water and do not stop until
emergency personnel arrive
3. What are common assessment findings for ocular injuries?
Answer: Abnormal or decreased vision, abnormal IOP, absent eye movements, blood in
anterior chamber, fluid drainage, pain, photophobia, prolapsed globe, redness, swelling,
tearing, visible field defects
4. What is primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG)?
Answer: The most common type of glaucoma caused by aqueous humor overproduction or
decreased outflow, leading to increased IOP
5. What are the signs and symptoms of primary open-angle glaucoma?
Answer: Gradual loss of peripheral vision, mild aching in eyes
