Western Governors University D 115
WGU D115 Advanced
Pathophysiology Exam
Questions 2026 and
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Terms in this set (283)
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) The GCS is scored between 3 and 15, 3 being the worst and
15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score A GCS score of 3-8 describes a severe TBI.
Obsessions Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses,
or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or
disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Impaired concentration and irritability are major
Characteristics characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms The characteristics of schizophrenia are paranoia, delusions,
tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized behavior,
and hallucinations.
,Acute Otitis Media 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 Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by severe sore
throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms,
and a hot potato voice.
Graves' Disease 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 Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is associated with increasing insulin
resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer Carbohydrate is a macronutrient with the greatest impact on
the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus 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 Major risk factors are heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor Oral contraceptives have been shown to reduce the incidence
of endometrial cancer.
Mixed Precocious Puberty 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 In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association Priapism has been associated with the abuse of certain
substances.
Priapism Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst Functional cyst from incomplete follicle maturation.
Genetic counseling Advisory service for individuals at genetic risk.
Maternal age Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
, Amniocentesis Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome Condition with monosomy X in affected cells.
Cri du chat syndrome Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like cry.
Adaptive immunity Immune response mediated by T and B cells.
Minimally conscious state Patient shows limited but definite responses.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) Severe lung inflammation with bilateral infiltrates.
Capillary hydrostatic pressure Increased pressure causing pulmonary edema.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) Antibody involved in asthma pathophysiology.
Airway remodeling Long-term damage from uncontrolled airway inflammation.
Angiotensin II Hormone linked to myocardial hypertrophy in hypertension.
Hypertrophy of myocardium Heart muscle thickening due to increased load.
Blood pressure measurement First reading indicates hypertension if elevated.
Sickle cell disease Blood disorder associated with priapism.
Spinal cord trauma Potential cause of priapism.
Pelvic tumors Associated with priapism in some cases.
Leukemia Blood cancer linked to priapism.
High-pitched cry Characteristic symptom of cri du chat syndrome.
Hypotonia Reduced muscle tone seen in cri du chat.
Microcephaly Small head size, symptom of cri du chat.
Hypertelorism Widely spaced eyes, seen in cri du chat.
Bilateral infiltrates Key feature in diagnosing ARDS.
Decreased pulmonary compliance Characteristic of ARDS, indicating stiff lungs.
Assessment of lifestyle and risk factors A comprehensive evaluation of an individual's habits and
potential health risks.
CBC Complete Blood Count, a blood test used to evaluate overall
health and detect a variety of disorders.
WGU D115 Advanced
Pathophysiology Exam
Questions 2026 and
answers
Terms in this set (283)
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) The GCS is scored between 3 and 15, 3 being the worst and
15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score A GCS score of 3-8 describes a severe TBI.
Obsessions Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses,
or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or
disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Impaired concentration and irritability are major
Characteristics characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms The characteristics of schizophrenia are paranoia, delusions,
tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized behavior,
and hallucinations.
,Acute Otitis Media 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 Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by severe sore
throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms,
and a hot potato voice.
Graves' Disease 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 Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is associated with increasing insulin
resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer Carbohydrate is a macronutrient with the greatest impact on
the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus 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 Major risk factors are heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor Oral contraceptives have been shown to reduce the incidence
of endometrial cancer.
Mixed Precocious Puberty 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 In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association Priapism has been associated with the abuse of certain
substances.
Priapism Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst Functional cyst from incomplete follicle maturation.
Genetic counseling Advisory service for individuals at genetic risk.
Maternal age Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
, Amniocentesis Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome Condition with monosomy X in affected cells.
Cri du chat syndrome Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like cry.
Adaptive immunity Immune response mediated by T and B cells.
Minimally conscious state Patient shows limited but definite responses.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) Severe lung inflammation with bilateral infiltrates.
Capillary hydrostatic pressure Increased pressure causing pulmonary edema.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) Antibody involved in asthma pathophysiology.
Airway remodeling Long-term damage from uncontrolled airway inflammation.
Angiotensin II Hormone linked to myocardial hypertrophy in hypertension.
Hypertrophy of myocardium Heart muscle thickening due to increased load.
Blood pressure measurement First reading indicates hypertension if elevated.
Sickle cell disease Blood disorder associated with priapism.
Spinal cord trauma Potential cause of priapism.
Pelvic tumors Associated with priapism in some cases.
Leukemia Blood cancer linked to priapism.
High-pitched cry Characteristic symptom of cri du chat syndrome.
Hypotonia Reduced muscle tone seen in cri du chat.
Microcephaly Small head size, symptom of cri du chat.
Hypertelorism Widely spaced eyes, seen in cri du chat.
Bilateral infiltrates Key feature in diagnosing ARDS.
Decreased pulmonary compliance Characteristic of ARDS, indicating stiff lungs.
Assessment of lifestyle and risk factors A comprehensive evaluation of an individual's habits and
potential health risks.
CBC Complete Blood Count, a blood test used to evaluate overall
health and detect a variety of disorders.
