WGU D115 OA ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGYEXAM
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Acquiring two abnormal sickle genes - CORRECT ANSWERS-Leads to sickle cell
disease.
Life expectancy with sickle cell trait - CORRECT ANSWERS-Generally good, as sickle
cell trait is not a disease.
Common genetic mutation of hemoglobin - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sickle cell trait,
prevalent in populations from W. Africa, the Middle East, and Mediterranean regions.
Malaria - CORRECT ANSWERS-A disease caused by parasites transmitted through
mosquito bites.
Sickle Cell Trait - CORRECT ANSWERS-Genetic condition providing partial protection
against malaria.
Sickle Cell Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-Severe form of sickle cell trait leading to
health complications.
Herpes Zoster - CORRECT ANSWERS-Viral infection causing painful vesicular rash
along dermatomes.
Prodromal Stage - CORRECT ANSWERS-Initial phase before full symptoms develop,
like rash or fever.
Atopic Dermatitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Chronic inflammatory skin disease causing
itchy, red skin.
Pyelonephritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Kidney inflammation due to bacterial infection,
often UTI-related.
Proteinuria - CORRECT ANSWERS-Presence of excess protein in urine, indicating
kidney damage.
Lower-Extremity Venous Insufficiency - CORRECT ANSWERS-Condition causing poor
blood flow in leg veins, leading to edema.
,Duodenal Ulcer - CORRECT ANSWERS-Ulcer in the duodenum causing burning
abdominal pain after meals.
Reflux Esophagitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Inflammation of the esophagus due to acid
reflux.
Acute Gouty Arthritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sudden joint inflammation, often at the
big toe, due to uric acid.
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) - CORRECT ANSWERS-The GCS is scored between 3
and 15, 3 being the worst and 15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score - CORRECT ANSWERS-A GCS score of 3-8 describes a
severe TBI.
Obsessions - CORRECT ANSWERS-Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts,
impulses, or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Characteristics - CORRECT ANSWERS-Impaired
concentration and irritability are major characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms - CORRECT ANSWERS-The characteristics of schizophrenia
are paranoia, delusions, tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized behavior,
and hallucinations.
Acute Otitis Media - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by
severe sore throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms, and a hot potato
voice.
Graves' Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is
associated with increasing insulin resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer - CORRECT ANSWERS-Carbohydrate is a
macronutrient with the greatest impact on the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Major risk factors are
heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor - CORRECT ANSWERS-Oral contraceptives have
been shown to reduce the incidence of endometrial cancer.
Mixed Precocious Puberty - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is
physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association - CORRECT ANSWERS-Priapism has been associated with the
abuse of certain substances.
Priapism - CORRECT ANSWERS-Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine - CORRECT ANSWERS-Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation - CORRECT ANSWERS-Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst - CORRECT ANSWERS-Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst - CORRECT ANSWERS-Functional cyst from incomplete follicle
maturation.
Genetic counseling - CORRECT ANSWERS-Advisory service for individuals at genetic
risk.
Maternal age - CORRECT ANSWERS-Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
Amniocentesis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS-Condition with monosomy X in affected
cells.
Cri du chat syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS-Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like
cry.
Adaptive immunity - CORRECT ANSWERS-Immune response mediated by T and B
cells.
Minimally conscious state - CORRECT ANSWERS-Patient shows limited but definite
responses.
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Acquiring two abnormal sickle genes - CORRECT ANSWERS-Leads to sickle cell
disease.
Life expectancy with sickle cell trait - CORRECT ANSWERS-Generally good, as sickle
cell trait is not a disease.
Common genetic mutation of hemoglobin - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sickle cell trait,
prevalent in populations from W. Africa, the Middle East, and Mediterranean regions.
Malaria - CORRECT ANSWERS-A disease caused by parasites transmitted through
mosquito bites.
Sickle Cell Trait - CORRECT ANSWERS-Genetic condition providing partial protection
against malaria.
Sickle Cell Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-Severe form of sickle cell trait leading to
health complications.
Herpes Zoster - CORRECT ANSWERS-Viral infection causing painful vesicular rash
along dermatomes.
Prodromal Stage - CORRECT ANSWERS-Initial phase before full symptoms develop,
like rash or fever.
Atopic Dermatitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Chronic inflammatory skin disease causing
itchy, red skin.
Pyelonephritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Kidney inflammation due to bacterial infection,
often UTI-related.
Proteinuria - CORRECT ANSWERS-Presence of excess protein in urine, indicating
kidney damage.
Lower-Extremity Venous Insufficiency - CORRECT ANSWERS-Condition causing poor
blood flow in leg veins, leading to edema.
,Duodenal Ulcer - CORRECT ANSWERS-Ulcer in the duodenum causing burning
abdominal pain after meals.
Reflux Esophagitis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Inflammation of the esophagus due to acid
reflux.
Acute Gouty Arthritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sudden joint inflammation, often at the
big toe, due to uric acid.
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) - CORRECT ANSWERS-The GCS is scored between 3
and 15, 3 being the worst and 15 the best.
Severe TBI GCS Score - CORRECT ANSWERS-A GCS score of 3-8 describes a
severe TBI.
Obsessions - CORRECT ANSWERS-Obsessions are recurrent and persistent thoughts,
impulses, or images that cause distressing emotions such as anxiety or disgust.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Characteristics - CORRECT ANSWERS-Impaired
concentration and irritability are major characteristics of GAD.
Schizophrenia Symptoms - CORRECT ANSWERS-The characteristics of schizophrenia
are paranoia, delusions, tangential thoughts, suspiciousness, disorganized behavior,
and hallucinations.
Acute Otitis Media - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Peritonsillar abscess is characterized by
severe sore throat, pain or difficulty swallowing, jaw muscle spasms, and a hot potato
voice.
Graves' Disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Triglycerides > 150mg/dL is
associated with increasing insulin resistance.
Postprandial Glucose Level Influencer - CORRECT ANSWERS-Carbohydrate is a
macronutrient with the greatest impact on the postprandial glucose levels.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-Major risk factors are
heredity and obesity.
Endometrial Cancer Risk Factor - CORRECT ANSWERS-Oral contraceptives have
been shown to reduce the incidence of endometrial cancer.
Mixed Precocious Puberty - CORRECT ANSWERS-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 ANSWERS-In 95% of cases, delayed puberty is
physiologic in nature.
Priapism Association - CORRECT ANSWERS-Priapism has been associated with the
abuse of certain substances.
Priapism - CORRECT ANSWERS-Prolonged penile erection, often idiopathic.
Cocaine - CORRECT ANSWERS-Substance associated with priapism.
Ovulation - CORRECT ANSWERS-Triggered by a sudden increase of LH.
Follicular cyst - CORRECT ANSWERS-Develops when no dominant follicle matures.
Benign ovarian cyst - CORRECT ANSWERS-Functional cyst from incomplete follicle
maturation.
Genetic counseling - CORRECT ANSWERS-Advisory service for individuals at genetic
risk.
Maternal age - CORRECT ANSWERS-Common reason for seeking genetic counseling.
Amniocentesis - CORRECT ANSWERS-Procedure to perform genetic studies on fetus.
Turner Syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS-Condition with monosomy X in affected
cells.
Cri du chat syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS-Genetic disorder with distinctive cat-like
cry.
Adaptive immunity - CORRECT ANSWERS-Immune response mediated by T and B
cells.
Minimally conscious state - CORRECT ANSWERS-Patient shows limited but definite
responses.
