WGU D027 OA EXAM STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 100%
CORRECT!!!
Cystic Fibrosis
✔✔ Affects the pancreas and causes thick, sticky mucus production throughout the
body.
Klinefelter Syndrome
✔✔ A genetic condition in males where an extra X chromosome is present (XXY),
leading to developmental and reproductive differences.
Turner Syndrome
✔✔ A chromosomal disorder in females where one X chromosome is missing or
partially deleted (XO instead of XX).
Alpha Thalassemia
✔✔ Causes severe anemia; iron supplements like ferrous sulfate should be
avoided.
B and T Cells
✔✔ Both types originate in the bone marrow. B cells mature there, while T cells
migrate to and mature in the thymus; they can also be found in the spleen and liver.
Lichen Planus
✔✔ A skin condition that leads to intense itching and inflammation.
, Pityriasis Rosea
✔✔ A common rash in children, often starting as a single large patch followed by
smaller itchy spots.
Actinic Keratosis
✔✔ A rough, scaly skin lesion caused by UV radiation; considered a precursor to
squamous cell carcinoma.
Glucocorticoids
✔✔ Used to treat lymphoid-origin cancers; long-term use may result in serious
side effects.
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)
✔✔ Example: Tamoxifen — prescribed for hormone receptor–positive breast
cancer patients, especially after mastectomy.
Normal EF - ANSWER✔✔55-60%
Best way to look at structure/fxn of heart - ANSWER✔✔Echo
Left sided heart failure - ANSWER✔✔affects pulmonary vasculature, increased
JVP, S3, rales
right sided heart failure - ANSWER✔✔1. Jungular Vein Distention
2. Ascending Dependent Edema
3. Weight Gain
4. Hepatomegaly (Liver Enlargement)
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 100%
CORRECT!!!
Cystic Fibrosis
✔✔ Affects the pancreas and causes thick, sticky mucus production throughout the
body.
Klinefelter Syndrome
✔✔ A genetic condition in males where an extra X chromosome is present (XXY),
leading to developmental and reproductive differences.
Turner Syndrome
✔✔ A chromosomal disorder in females where one X chromosome is missing or
partially deleted (XO instead of XX).
Alpha Thalassemia
✔✔ Causes severe anemia; iron supplements like ferrous sulfate should be
avoided.
B and T Cells
✔✔ Both types originate in the bone marrow. B cells mature there, while T cells
migrate to and mature in the thymus; they can also be found in the spleen and liver.
Lichen Planus
✔✔ A skin condition that leads to intense itching and inflammation.
, Pityriasis Rosea
✔✔ A common rash in children, often starting as a single large patch followed by
smaller itchy spots.
Actinic Keratosis
✔✔ A rough, scaly skin lesion caused by UV radiation; considered a precursor to
squamous cell carcinoma.
Glucocorticoids
✔✔ Used to treat lymphoid-origin cancers; long-term use may result in serious
side effects.
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)
✔✔ Example: Tamoxifen — prescribed for hormone receptor–positive breast
cancer patients, especially after mastectomy.
Normal EF - ANSWER✔✔55-60%
Best way to look at structure/fxn of heart - ANSWER✔✔Echo
Left sided heart failure - ANSWER✔✔affects pulmonary vasculature, increased
JVP, S3, rales
right sided heart failure - ANSWER✔✔1. Jungular Vein Distention
2. Ascending Dependent Edema
3. Weight Gain
4. Hepatomegaly (Liver Enlargement)
