WGU Pathology Exam Already Graded A+ 2025

A patient's records indicate a diagnosis of a staph skin infection which caused a boil to develop on the patient's buttock region. Symptoms included red, swollen skin with pus. Which additional symptom can appear in the affected area? - Correct Ans-Warm to touch A patient presents with anemia, jaundice, fever, and malaise due to the destruction of red blood cells. Which infectious disease does this describe? - Correct Ans-Malaria A patient's record shows a diagnosis of H1N1 flu. Which two symptoms may be present in this chart entry? - Correct Ans-Sore throat & Nasal congestion A patient presents at a clinic with a burn on the left arm. The burn is classified as second degree, and the skin appears red and swollen. The patient reports it is very painful. What is an additional symptom of a patient with a second-degree burn? - Correct Ans-Skin blisters A patient is taken to the emergency department after a near drowning. What is a sign or symptom that the patient may experience within minutes or even days? - Correct Ans Respiratory distress What are two types of benign tumors? - Correct Ans-Adenoma & Osteoma A patient presented with swelling of the femur. MRI results indicated enlargement and thickening of the bone. The urinalysis showed hydroxyproline. The patient was prescribed NSAIDs and physical therapy, and surgery was recommended. Which disease does this describe? - Correct Ans-Paget disease XR shows torn soft tissue ligaments surrounding MCP joint injury. Treatment includes surgical reconstruction to realign bone and ligaments. - Correct Ans-Finger dislocation Restlessness and exhaustion; constant, dull muscle aches; tenderness. Chronic pain that lasts a long time. Can worsen with mood flair ups. - Correct Ans-Fibromyalgia Burning, weakness, and tingling in one hand. The patient is unable to demonstrate a strong grip and is experiencing stronger discomfort at night. Doctor recommends medial nerve compression. - Correct Ans-Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Wrist and arm pain with limited mobility. Not able to rotate fully, no inflammation present. Short arm splint, apply ice as needed. - Correct Ans-Sprain A patient's record indicates a skin condition in which depigmentation appears on different parts of the body that are often exposed to sunlight. A skin biopsy reveals a lack of melanocytes. - Correct Ans-Vitiligo A raised, red area recently developed on an eight-year-old patient's back after eating peanuts. - Correct Ans-Urticaria Upon physical exam, a patient was found to have a small, oozing vesicles on the skin of both hands. Both hands were hot to the touch and swollen. The patient reported itching, burning, and stinging of the skin. Frequently wears latex gloves. - Correct Ans-Contact dermatitis A 19-year-old patient reports persistent itching and peeling dry skin between the first and second toes. The patient also has a burning sensation. An internal medicine practitioner prescribes antifungal ointment and wash for the next four weeks. - Correct Ans-Tinea pedis A patient has severe itching on the face. The physical exam reveals dry skin and small lesions. The patient has a family history of allergic rhinitis. The physician prescribes topical anti-itch cream and instructs daily skin care. - Correct Ans-Eczema A patient presents for follow-up of several painful vesicular lesions on the face, mouth, and tongue. The patient is diagnosed with a condition caused by the same virus that causes chicken pox. - Correct Ans-Herpes zoster (shingles) Patient presents to the ED complaining of a sudden onset of speech impairment, severe headache, falling down while standing, and inability to move the arm and leg on the right side. A cerebral angiogram shows occlusion of blood vessels. - Correct Ans Ischemic stroke Which disease can vitamin B12 deficiency be attributed to? - Correct Ans-Alcoholism What are two possible causes for peripheral neuropathy? - Correct Ans-Vitamin B12 deficiency & Lead poisoning A patient has slurred speech, difficulty walking, and dilated pupils. Which condition does this describe? - Correct Ans-Subdural hematoma A patient has tremors, bradykinesia, and abnormal gait. The patient is taking anticholinergics; however, the symptoms are aggravated. A neurologist treats the patient with deep brain stimulation. - Correct Ans-Parkinson disease Following pupil dilation, an opthalmoscopy shows a cloudy and crystalline lens of the left eye. An intracapsular extraction intraocular lens inmplant is recommended. - Correct Ans-Cataract A 47-year-old diabetic patient presents with aching eyes, visual disturbances, and a loss of peripheral vision. Which diagnosis is described? - Correct Ans-Glaucoma A patient record shows that an ear exam revealed growth of new bone that is fixed. The patient has permanent hearing loss. - Correct Ans-Otosclerosis A 43-year-old patient presents to the urgent care center reporting ongoing symptoms of dizziness with ringing and buzzing in the ear and hearing loss on the left side. The patient indicated no history of head injury that would cause this, and symptoms have included nausea, vomiting, and having to hold on to things while walking. - Correct Ans Meniere disease A patient has local dilation of a blood vessel with weakening of its walls. - Correct Ans Aneurysm Which cardiovascular condition occurs when blood flow to a section of heart muscle becomes blocked (usually by a clot), potentially causing heart muscle damage and death? - Correct Ans-Myocardial infarction Which condition occurs when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the heart and damages the heart muscle due to lack of oxygen? - Correct Ans-Myocardial infarction Which condition occurs when the blood flow to part of the heart muscle becomes blocked, typically by a clot? - Correct Ans-Myocardial infarction A patient's record documents reports of fatigue, shortness of breath, and vomiting. The patient was given medication for crushing chest pain that radiated to the neck and jaw. The patient's blood test showed elevated cardiac enzyme levels. - Correct Ans Myocardial infarction A 52-year-old patient presents with palpitation, edema, and tachypnea. This patient also has chronic conditions, including hypertension and CAD. The patient has a history of smoking and myocardial infarction. The patient is placed on a digoxin drip and a low-sodium diet. Which condition is being described? - Correct Ans-Congestive Heart Failure Which type of heart condition may be caused by metastasized neoplasms, rheumatic fever, uremia, or hypothyroidism? - Correct Ans-Pericarditis A patient has a history of rheumatic fever and hypothyroidism. The patient currently has clammy skin, as well as low blood pressure. During examination, the patient experiences a sharp, sudden pleuritic pain when taking deep breaths. - Correct Ans Pericarditis A cardiac catheterization report shows obstructed blood flow from the left atrium to the