WGU D222 HEALTH SCRIPT VIDEO
CERTIFICATION SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◍ full-thickness burn.
Answer: third-degree burn
◍ left-sided HF.
Answer: Left=Lungs (fluid is backing into lungs = pulmonary symptoms)D-
dyspneaR- rales (crackles)O- orthopnea W- weakness/fatigueN- nocturnal
paroxysmal dyspneaI- increased HRN- nagging cough (frothy, blood tinged
sputum)G- gaining weighusually develops into RHF
◍ PUD.
Answer: peptic ulcer disease
◍ COPD Dietary Consideration.
Answer: High-protein, high-calorie small meals to maintain energy levels.
◍ coronary angiography.
Answer: uses x-ray & contrast to examine heart's blood vessels
◍ rheumatoid arthritis.
Answer: chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints,
resulting in pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function
◍ COPD (interventions).
Answer: small frequent meals, high calorie and high protein, tripod position,
diaphragmatic breathing, pursed-lip breathing
◍ open-angle glaucoma (definition).
Answer: a common and serious eye condition that occurs when fluid in the
eye doesn't drain properly, causing pressure to build up and damage the
, optic nerve
◍ liver failure (interventions).
Answer: low protein, sodium, and fluid dietavoid alcohol and NSAIDsdrug
therapy for hepatitis
◍ disequilibrium syndrome.
Answer: caused by rapid removal of solutes from the body during
hemodialysisheadache, nausea, restlessness, mental confusion, decreased
level of consciousness, vomiting, twitching, possible seizure
◍ WGU D446 Adult Health 2 OA Exam.
Answer: Evaluates your ability to assess, prioritize, and manage adult
patients in various clinical situations.
◍ DVT (definition).
Answer: blood clot in deep vein (typically legs)
◍ ACS (definition).
Answer: any condition brought on by reduced/blocked blood flow to heart
◍ HTN (common secondary symptoms).
Answer: fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, angina, dyspnea
◍ SIADH (simple meaning).
Answer: "soaked inside"
◍ Infection in burn patients.
Answer: A major complication that requires review of the white blood cell
(WBC) count to confirm or rule out systemic infection before escalating
care.
◍ ESRD (signs and symptoms).
Answer: restless leg, asterixis (hand flap tremor), nocturnal leg cramps,
muscle twitching
◍ TURP.
Answer: transurethral resection of prostate
, ◍ venous stasis.
Answer: slow blood flow in legs resulting in blood pooling
◍ PCI.
Answer: percutaneous coronary intervention
◍ open-angle glaucoma (treatment).
Answer: eyedrops (laser treatment or surgery as last resort)
◍ Levothyroxine Symptoms.
Answer: Question Scenario: A client on levothyroxine for a goiter exhibits
symptoms like palpitations and shortness of breath. Key Focus: Recognize
symptoms of excessive thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism). Correct Action:
Notify the healthcare provider immediately to adjust the dose.
◍ myasthenia gravis.
Answer: a neuromuscular disorder characterized by muscle weakness
◍ chronic bronchitis.
Answer: inflammation of bronchial tubes; excessive mucus production as a
result (BLUE BLOATER)
◍ TURP post-op (normal).
Answer: immediate - bloody urine24hrs - light red / pink urine36hrs (max) -
small blood clots
◍ Colchicine.
Answer: Medication that reduces inflammation and pain in patients with
gout.
◍ Diverticulosis Diet Recommendations.
Answer: High-fiber diet to prevent complications.
◍ Hemorrhagic Stroke Symptoms.
Answer: Severe headache, nausea, loss of consciousness.
◍ Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Answer: Focus: Symptom control (NSAIDs, DMARDs) and patient
mobility.
CERTIFICATION SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◍ full-thickness burn.
Answer: third-degree burn
◍ left-sided HF.
Answer: Left=Lungs (fluid is backing into lungs = pulmonary symptoms)D-
dyspneaR- rales (crackles)O- orthopnea W- weakness/fatigueN- nocturnal
paroxysmal dyspneaI- increased HRN- nagging cough (frothy, blood tinged
sputum)G- gaining weighusually develops into RHF
◍ PUD.
Answer: peptic ulcer disease
◍ COPD Dietary Consideration.
Answer: High-protein, high-calorie small meals to maintain energy levels.
◍ coronary angiography.
Answer: uses x-ray & contrast to examine heart's blood vessels
◍ rheumatoid arthritis.
Answer: chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints,
resulting in pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function
◍ COPD (interventions).
Answer: small frequent meals, high calorie and high protein, tripod position,
diaphragmatic breathing, pursed-lip breathing
◍ open-angle glaucoma (definition).
Answer: a common and serious eye condition that occurs when fluid in the
eye doesn't drain properly, causing pressure to build up and damage the
, optic nerve
◍ liver failure (interventions).
Answer: low protein, sodium, and fluid dietavoid alcohol and NSAIDsdrug
therapy for hepatitis
◍ disequilibrium syndrome.
Answer: caused by rapid removal of solutes from the body during
hemodialysisheadache, nausea, restlessness, mental confusion, decreased
level of consciousness, vomiting, twitching, possible seizure
◍ WGU D446 Adult Health 2 OA Exam.
Answer: Evaluates your ability to assess, prioritize, and manage adult
patients in various clinical situations.
◍ DVT (definition).
Answer: blood clot in deep vein (typically legs)
◍ ACS (definition).
Answer: any condition brought on by reduced/blocked blood flow to heart
◍ HTN (common secondary symptoms).
Answer: fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, angina, dyspnea
◍ SIADH (simple meaning).
Answer: "soaked inside"
◍ Infection in burn patients.
Answer: A major complication that requires review of the white blood cell
(WBC) count to confirm or rule out systemic infection before escalating
care.
◍ ESRD (signs and symptoms).
Answer: restless leg, asterixis (hand flap tremor), nocturnal leg cramps,
muscle twitching
◍ TURP.
Answer: transurethral resection of prostate
, ◍ venous stasis.
Answer: slow blood flow in legs resulting in blood pooling
◍ PCI.
Answer: percutaneous coronary intervention
◍ open-angle glaucoma (treatment).
Answer: eyedrops (laser treatment or surgery as last resort)
◍ Levothyroxine Symptoms.
Answer: Question Scenario: A client on levothyroxine for a goiter exhibits
symptoms like palpitations and shortness of breath. Key Focus: Recognize
symptoms of excessive thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism). Correct Action:
Notify the healthcare provider immediately to adjust the dose.
◍ myasthenia gravis.
Answer: a neuromuscular disorder characterized by muscle weakness
◍ chronic bronchitis.
Answer: inflammation of bronchial tubes; excessive mucus production as a
result (BLUE BLOATER)
◍ TURP post-op (normal).
Answer: immediate - bloody urine24hrs - light red / pink urine36hrs (max) -
small blood clots
◍ Colchicine.
Answer: Medication that reduces inflammation and pain in patients with
gout.
◍ Diverticulosis Diet Recommendations.
Answer: High-fiber diet to prevent complications.
◍ Hemorrhagic Stroke Symptoms.
Answer: Severe headache, nausea, loss of consciousness.
◍ Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Answer: Focus: Symptom control (NSAIDs, DMARDs) and patient
mobility.
