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WGU Pathophysiology Final Exam
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Terms in this set (496)
While performing the genital assessment of Peyronie's disease
a male client, a nurse observes that the
client has curvature of the penis. Which
condition does the nurse suspect in the
client?
A client tells a nurse, "My erections lasts Sildenafil
for several hours and are painful. "Which
medication found in the client's
prescription is responsible?
A nurse observes that a newborn has an Hypospadias
abnormally positioned urethral orifice of the
penis. Which disorder will the nurse suspect
in the newborn?
Which physical finding in a client will lead a Permanent retracted position of the foreskin behind the penis
nurse to suspect paraphimosis?
,A registered nurse is teaching about the "Alpha-blockers REDUCE the size of the prostate."
medications for benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH) to a group of student
nurses. Which statement of a student nurse
indicates the need for further teaching?
Which hormone stimulates Sertoli cells to Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
synthesize spermatozoa?
While assessing a male client for Both A and B
reproductive disorders, the primary health- (Ultrasound
care provider wants to understand whether Urine flow studies)
the client has prostate cancer or
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Which diagnostic test will the nurse expect
in this case?
While assessing a male client, a nurse finds Testicular torsion
erythema, swelling, and tenderness of the
scrotum. The client also reports pain in the
scrotum. Which disorder does the nurse
suspect in the client?
A digital rectal examination (DRE) in a Alpha-blockers & 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors
client reveals the enlargement of the Alpha-blockers help to relax the smooth muscles of the
prostate gland that is firm, painless, and prostate but do not aid in reducing the size of the prostate.
generalized. Which medications will the
nurse anticipate from the primary health-
care provider to treat the client?
While assessing a male client, a nurse HYDROcele
observes swelling in the scrotum due to
the collection of serous fluid. Which
condition does the nurse suspect in the
client?
Which disorder can occur due to HIV? Testicular cancer
Which artery provides engorgement of the Dorsal
glans during erection?
After examining an elderly client's penis, Presence of a curved penis
a nurse finds the presence of scar tissue in
the corpora cavernosum. On further
assessment, the nurse confirms
Peyronie's disease in the client. Which
finding supports the nurse's
confirmation?
, A nurse teaches intervention to a client "I should take a hot bath regularly."
for healthy spermatogenesis. During a
follow-up visit, the nurse finds that the
client has risk for diminished sperm
production. Which statement of the client
supports the nurse's conclusion?
During an assessment, a nurse observes the Measure the morning serum testosterone levels.
signs of diminished secondary sexual
characteristics in an adult male client.
What should be the appropriate nursing
action?
Which hormone stimulates the Leydig cells Luteinizing hormone
of the testes to secrete testosterone?
Which cells secrete inhibin hormone? Sertoli cells
Which condition can cause ischemia of the Testicular torsion
testicle?
While assessing a male client, a nurse Presence of an extra X chromosome
observes that the client has a small penis,
long legs, short trunk, enlarged breast
tissues, small testicles, and sexual
dysfunction. What reason does the nurse
suspect from these findings?
Which gland secretes a lubricating fluid that Bulbourethral gland
coats the urethra during sexual arousal?
Endocrine System Consists of glands secreting hormones into the bloodstream
Hormone Regulation Hormones act on target cells by binding to specific receptors
Homeostasis Maintenance Hormones regulate physiological parameters for internal
balance
Growth and Development Hormones influence growth, muscle development, and
maturation
Stress Response Endocrine system releases cortisol to adapt to stressors
Autoimmune Diseases Immune system attacks endocrine glands, causing disorders
Neoplastic Growth Tumors in glands disrupt hormone production and functions
Pituitary Gland Disorders Conditions affecting pituitary hormone secretion levels
Hypopituitarism Underactivity of pituitary gland causing hormone deficiencies
WGU Pathophysiology Final Exam
(Latest 2025/ 2026 Update)
Questions and Correct Answers |
100% Verified | Grade A+
C
Terms in this set (496)
While performing the genital assessment of Peyronie's disease
a male client, a nurse observes that the
client has curvature of the penis. Which
condition does the nurse suspect in the
client?
A client tells a nurse, "My erections lasts Sildenafil
for several hours and are painful. "Which
medication found in the client's
prescription is responsible?
A nurse observes that a newborn has an Hypospadias
abnormally positioned urethral orifice of the
penis. Which disorder will the nurse suspect
in the newborn?
Which physical finding in a client will lead a Permanent retracted position of the foreskin behind the penis
nurse to suspect paraphimosis?
,A registered nurse is teaching about the "Alpha-blockers REDUCE the size of the prostate."
medications for benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH) to a group of student
nurses. Which statement of a student nurse
indicates the need for further teaching?
Which hormone stimulates Sertoli cells to Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
synthesize spermatozoa?
While assessing a male client for Both A and B
reproductive disorders, the primary health- (Ultrasound
care provider wants to understand whether Urine flow studies)
the client has prostate cancer or
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Which diagnostic test will the nurse expect
in this case?
While assessing a male client, a nurse finds Testicular torsion
erythema, swelling, and tenderness of the
scrotum. The client also reports pain in the
scrotum. Which disorder does the nurse
suspect in the client?
A digital rectal examination (DRE) in a Alpha-blockers & 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors
client reveals the enlargement of the Alpha-blockers help to relax the smooth muscles of the
prostate gland that is firm, painless, and prostate but do not aid in reducing the size of the prostate.
generalized. Which medications will the
nurse anticipate from the primary health-
care provider to treat the client?
While assessing a male client, a nurse HYDROcele
observes swelling in the scrotum due to
the collection of serous fluid. Which
condition does the nurse suspect in the
client?
Which disorder can occur due to HIV? Testicular cancer
Which artery provides engorgement of the Dorsal
glans during erection?
After examining an elderly client's penis, Presence of a curved penis
a nurse finds the presence of scar tissue in
the corpora cavernosum. On further
assessment, the nurse confirms
Peyronie's disease in the client. Which
finding supports the nurse's
confirmation?
, A nurse teaches intervention to a client "I should take a hot bath regularly."
for healthy spermatogenesis. During a
follow-up visit, the nurse finds that the
client has risk for diminished sperm
production. Which statement of the client
supports the nurse's conclusion?
During an assessment, a nurse observes the Measure the morning serum testosterone levels.
signs of diminished secondary sexual
characteristics in an adult male client.
What should be the appropriate nursing
action?
Which hormone stimulates the Leydig cells Luteinizing hormone
of the testes to secrete testosterone?
Which cells secrete inhibin hormone? Sertoli cells
Which condition can cause ischemia of the Testicular torsion
testicle?
While assessing a male client, a nurse Presence of an extra X chromosome
observes that the client has a small penis,
long legs, short trunk, enlarged breast
tissues, small testicles, and sexual
dysfunction. What reason does the nurse
suspect from these findings?
Which gland secretes a lubricating fluid that Bulbourethral gland
coats the urethra during sexual arousal?
Endocrine System Consists of glands secreting hormones into the bloodstream
Hormone Regulation Hormones act on target cells by binding to specific receptors
Homeostasis Maintenance Hormones regulate physiological parameters for internal
balance
Growth and Development Hormones influence growth, muscle development, and
maturation
Stress Response Endocrine system releases cortisol to adapt to stressors
Autoimmune Diseases Immune system attacks endocrine glands, causing disorders
Neoplastic Growth Tumors in glands disrupt hormone production and functions
Pituitary Gland Disorders Conditions affecting pituitary hormone secretion levels
Hypopituitarism Underactivity of pituitary gland causing hormone deficiencies
