WGU D115 Unit 3 Exam Reviewed
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Symptoms of Chronic suppurative otitis media - CORRECT ANSWER-Chronic
suppurative otitis media- will have hearing loss, purulent drainage, ear pain.
What is Gate Control Theory - CORRECT ANSWER-pain transmission is modulated by
a balance of impulses conducted to the spinal cord where cells in the
substantia gelatinosa function as a "gate".
What is the parathyroid gland responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER-produces
parathyroid hormone (PTH)-
which is the single most important factor in the regulation of
serum calcium concentration.
What is TH responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER-TH is
responsible for growth, maturation, and function of cells, body
systems throughout the body and across the life span.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER-decreased energy, lethargy, heat
intolerance,
lowered basal temperature, diastolic HTN, MYXEDEMA
, one of the most important contributors to
insulin resistance and DM - CORRECT ANSWER-Obesity
The definition of legal blindness is the best corrected vision of 20/100.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWER-FALSE
The definition of legal blindness is the best corrected vision of 20/200.
A male patient presents with sinus congestion, clear nasal discharge, and a cough that is
worse when he is reclined.
What is the probable condition causing these symptoms?
Peritonsillar abscess
Pharyngitis
Sinus infection
Allergic rhinitis - CORRECT ANSWER-Allergic rhinitis is marked by sinus congestion,
clear nasal discharge, post nasal drip that causes a sore throat, and cough that is worse
when supine.
unilateral tonsillar enlargement during acute tonsillitis is suggestive of - CORRECT
ANSWER-Unilateral tonsillar enlargement during acute tonsillitis is suggestive of a
tonsillar abscess. If the patient does not have trouble swallowing, is drooling, or has a
muffled voice, then it could be an enlarged tonsil rather than an abscess. Because of the
risk of airway obstruction, it is imperative that tonsillar abscess is ruled out during the
assessment.
Which two statements are true regarding epinephrine?
Parasympathetic preganglionic fibers release epinephrine.
Questions and Answers Latest 2025/2026
GRADED A+
Symptoms of Chronic suppurative otitis media - CORRECT ANSWER-Chronic
suppurative otitis media- will have hearing loss, purulent drainage, ear pain.
What is Gate Control Theory - CORRECT ANSWER-pain transmission is modulated by
a balance of impulses conducted to the spinal cord where cells in the
substantia gelatinosa function as a "gate".
What is the parathyroid gland responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER-produces
parathyroid hormone (PTH)-
which is the single most important factor in the regulation of
serum calcium concentration.
What is TH responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER-TH is
responsible for growth, maturation, and function of cells, body
systems throughout the body and across the life span.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER-decreased energy, lethargy, heat
intolerance,
lowered basal temperature, diastolic HTN, MYXEDEMA
, one of the most important contributors to
insulin resistance and DM - CORRECT ANSWER-Obesity
The definition of legal blindness is the best corrected vision of 20/100.
true or false - CORRECT ANSWER-FALSE
The definition of legal blindness is the best corrected vision of 20/200.
A male patient presents with sinus congestion, clear nasal discharge, and a cough that is
worse when he is reclined.
What is the probable condition causing these symptoms?
Peritonsillar abscess
Pharyngitis
Sinus infection
Allergic rhinitis - CORRECT ANSWER-Allergic rhinitis is marked by sinus congestion,
clear nasal discharge, post nasal drip that causes a sore throat, and cough that is worse
when supine.
unilateral tonsillar enlargement during acute tonsillitis is suggestive of - CORRECT
ANSWER-Unilateral tonsillar enlargement during acute tonsillitis is suggestive of a
tonsillar abscess. If the patient does not have trouble swallowing, is drooling, or has a
muffled voice, then it could be an enlarged tonsil rather than an abscess. Because of the
risk of airway obstruction, it is imperative that tonsillar abscess is ruled out during the
assessment.
Which two statements are true regarding epinephrine?
Parasympathetic preganglionic fibers release epinephrine.
