WGU D027 Advanced Pathopharmacological Foundations 2026–2027 – Real Exam Questions & Complete Study Guide

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What are some physical - Brain shrinks dramatically; nerve cell
changes from Alzheimer's death and tissue loss
dementia? - Cardinal signs: plaques (abnormal
clusters of protein fragments) and
tangles (twisted strands of another
protein)


How is Alzheimer's treated? - There is no cure, but there are
pharmacological and non-
pharmacological treatments
- Cholinesterase inhibitors
- Memantine (namenda)




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What are cholinesterase - To treat symptoms related to
inhibitors prescribed for? memory, thinking, language, judgment,
and other processes
- Helps delay or slow the worsening of
symptoms


What does cholinesterase - Prevent the breakdown of
inhibitors do? acetylcholine, a chemical messenger
that is important for learning and
memory
- Supports communication among
nerve cells by keeping the
acetylcholine high




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