WGU D116 PHARMACOLOGY OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT (OA) QUESTIONS & ANS… EXAM
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WGU D116 Pharmacology
Objective Assessment (OA)
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
50 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 50 verified questions with correct answers covering essential pharmacology
principles. It is suitable for students preparing for their pharmacology assessment, offering direct review of
key drug classes and their clinical applications. This resource guarantees a comprehensive study aid for
achieving mastery in the subject.
CONTENTS
01 Cardiovascular Pharmacology Q1–Q12
02 Respiratory & Neurological Agents Q13–Q21
03 Antimicrobials & GI Agents Q22–Q35
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, 04 Pharmacology Fundamentals & Principles Q36–Q44
05 Controlled Substances & Prescriptive Authority Q45–Q50
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 50
ACE inhibitors
CORRECT ANSWER
Slow the progression of kidney injury in diabetic patients with renal damage.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 50
Beta Blockers
CORRECT ANSWER
Can mask signs of hypoglycemia and must be used with caution in diabetics.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 50
Thiazides
CORRECT ANSWER
Diuretics that promote hyperglycemia
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 50
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, Vitamin K Agonist Warfarin (Coumadin)
CORRECT ANSWER
Interactw with "G" hers:
Garlic
Ginger
Gingko
Ginseng
Other herbs/supplemts:
Feverfew
green tea
fish oil
**Discontinue 7 days before surgery
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 50
What is the primary function of statins?
CORRECT ANSWER
Lower cholesterol in the blood
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 50
How do statins reduce cholesterol production in the liver?
CORRECT ANSWER
By blocking the enzyme that produces it
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 50
Statins
CORRECT ANSWER
Atorvastatin (Lipitor), Lovastatin (Mevacor), Rosuvastatin (Crestor), Simvastatin (Zocor)
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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 Pharmacology
Objective Assessment (OA)
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
50 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 50 verified questions with correct answers covering essential pharmacology
principles. It is suitable for students preparing for their pharmacology assessment, offering direct review of
key drug classes and their clinical applications. This resource guarantees a comprehensive study aid for
achieving mastery in the subject.
CONTENTS
01 Cardiovascular Pharmacology Q1–Q12
02 Respiratory & Neurological Agents Q13–Q21
03 Antimicrobials & GI Agents Q22–Q35
Page 1
, 04 Pharmacology Fundamentals & Principles Q36–Q44
05 Controlled Substances & Prescriptive Authority Q45–Q50
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 50
ACE inhibitors
CORRECT ANSWER
Slow the progression of kidney injury in diabetic patients with renal damage.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 50
Beta Blockers
CORRECT ANSWER
Can mask signs of hypoglycemia and must be used with caution in diabetics.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 50
Thiazides
CORRECT ANSWER
Diuretics that promote hyperglycemia
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 50
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, Vitamin K Agonist Warfarin (Coumadin)
CORRECT ANSWER
Interactw with "G" hers:
Garlic
Ginger
Gingko
Ginseng
Other herbs/supplemts:
Feverfew
green tea
fish oil
**Discontinue 7 days before surgery
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 50
What is the primary function of statins?
CORRECT ANSWER
Lower cholesterol in the blood
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 50
How do statins reduce cholesterol production in the liver?
CORRECT ANSWER
By blocking the enzyme that produces it
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 50
Statins
CORRECT ANSWER
Atorvastatin (Lipitor), Lovastatin (Mevacor), Rosuvastatin (Crestor), Simvastatin (Zocor)
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