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Question 1
Which of the following is most characteristic of acute inflammation?
Correct Answer
Increased vascular permeability
Question 2
The primary mechanism of action of non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is inhibition of which enzyme?
Correct Answer
Cyclooxygenase (COX)
Question 3
Which of the following pathophysiological mechanisms is most
commonly associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD)?
Correct Answer
Alveolar wall destruction and airflow limitation
Question 4
In the pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus type 2, which of the
following is a key factor?
Correct Answer
Insulin resistance at cellular level
, Question 5
Classic sign of hypovolemic shock
Correct Answer
Tachycardia
Question 6
In the pathophysiology of heart failure, which of the following
mechanisms occurs to compensate for decreased cardiac output?
Correct Answer
Activation of RAAS
Question 7
A deficiency in vitamins most commonly associated with pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer
Vitamin B12
Question 8
Characteristic of acute renal failure
Correct Answer
Decreased GFR
Question 9
In atherosclerosis, the formation of a fatty streak is caused by the
accumulation of which substance within the arterial walls?
Correct Answer
Cholesterol
WGU D236 OBJECTIVE
ASSESSMENT
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM
100+ (Updated 2025-2026) Complete Exam Pack | A+ Graded
Questions & Verified Answers
100% Guaranteed Pass Rate
Complete exam WGU D236 Objective Assessment
✓
coverage: Pathophysiology Exam
✓ 100% Accurate & Verified Questions and Answers
✓ Reviewed by Subject Matter Experts
✓ Updated for current exam objectives
✓ Instant digital download after purchase
Trusted by thousands of students and professionals worldwide • © 2025-2026
,Questions
Question 1
Which of the following is most characteristic of acute inflammation?
Correct Answer
Increased vascular permeability
Question 2
The primary mechanism of action of non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is inhibition of which enzyme?
Correct Answer
Cyclooxygenase (COX)
Question 3
Which of the following pathophysiological mechanisms is most
commonly associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD)?
Correct Answer
Alveolar wall destruction and airflow limitation
Question 4
In the pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus type 2, which of the
following is a key factor?
Correct Answer
Insulin resistance at cellular level
, Question 5
Classic sign of hypovolemic shock
Correct Answer
Tachycardia
Question 6
In the pathophysiology of heart failure, which of the following
mechanisms occurs to compensate for decreased cardiac output?
Correct Answer
Activation of RAAS
Question 7
A deficiency in vitamins most commonly associated with pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer
Vitamin B12
Question 8
Characteristic of acute renal failure
Correct Answer
Decreased GFR
Question 9
In atherosclerosis, the formation of a fatty streak is caused by the
accumulation of which substance within the arterial walls?
Correct Answer
Cholesterol
