WGU D236 OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM QUESTIONS & ANS… EXAM
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WGU D236 Objective
Assessment Pathophysiology
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Verified
Questions
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
222 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 222 verified questions with correct answers provided, focusing on
pathophysiology. It serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding key concepts and conditions in
the field. Students can utilize it for effective study, review, and preparation for certification exams, ensuring
a solid grasp of essential knowledge in pathophysiology.
CONTENTS
• Respiratory Disorders • Infectious Diseases
• Neurological Disorders • Hematological Disorders
• Developmental Disorders • Cardiovascular Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Disorders • Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Homeostasis and Physiology • Immune System Disorders
• Cancer and Neoplasms • Endocrine Disorders
• Dermatological Disorders • Renal Disorders
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 222
What are two pulmonary causes leading to respiratory acidosis?
a. Asthma and shortness of breath
b. Hyperventilation and fever
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
d. Anemia and pain
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 222
Which condition is caused by Adenovirus?
a. Mononucleosis
b. Erythema infection
c. Gastroenteritis
d. Upper respiratory infection
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Upper respiratory infection
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 222
Which two infections affect the lower respiratory tract? Choose
2 answers
a. Infectious mononucleosis
b. Respiratory mycoses
c. Acute laryngitis
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Respiratory mycoses
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 222
Which symptom is associated with Systemic lupus
erythematosus (SLE)?
a. Arthralgias
b. Dark urine
c. Koilonychia
d. Tachycardia
CORRECT ANSWER
a. Arthralgias
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 222
What is a symptom of malaria?
a. Warm over a vein
b. Myalgia
c. Tachycardia
d. Muscle spasms
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Myalgia
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 222
A patient record indicates a type of hypertension that is typically
above 180/120 and can cause serious damage to organ tissue. It
was treated as a medical emergency. Which type of
hypertension did this patient have?
a. Pulmonary
b. Malignant
c. Essential
d. Renal
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Malignant
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, Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 222
Which type of anemia is characterized by insufficient or totally
absent RBC production and results in a patient having an
inability to fight infection and having a tendency to bleed?
a. Aplastic anemia
b. Folic acid deficiency anemia
c. Pernicious anemia
d. Iron deficiency anemia
CORRECT ANSWER
a. Aplastic anemia
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 222
What are known triggers for vaso-occlusive crises, such as
Sickle Cell Disease?
a. Alkalosis and insomnia
b. High-fat diet and hyperoxia
c. Acidosis and dehydration
d. Reduced stress and warm environmental temperature
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Acidosis and dehydration
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 222
What are the common symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis?
a. Abnormal Sweating
b. Sudden Edema
c. Constipation
d. Weakness
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Weakness
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
WGU D236 Objective
Assessment Pathophysiology
Exam Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Verified
Questions
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
222 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 222 verified questions with correct answers provided, focusing on
pathophysiology. It serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding key concepts and conditions in
the field. Students can utilize it for effective study, review, and preparation for certification exams, ensuring
a solid grasp of essential knowledge in pathophysiology.
CONTENTS
• Respiratory Disorders • Infectious Diseases
• Neurological Disorders • Hematological Disorders
• Developmental Disorders • Cardiovascular Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Disorders • Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Homeostasis and Physiology • Immune System Disorders
• Cancer and Neoplasms • Endocrine Disorders
• Dermatological Disorders • Renal Disorders
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 222
What are two pulmonary causes leading to respiratory acidosis?
a. Asthma and shortness of breath
b. Hyperventilation and fever
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
d. Anemia and pain
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Cystic fibrosis and hypoventilation
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 222
Which condition is caused by Adenovirus?
a. Mononucleosis
b. Erythema infection
c. Gastroenteritis
d. Upper respiratory infection
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Upper respiratory infection
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 222
Which two infections affect the lower respiratory tract? Choose
2 answers
a. Infectious mononucleosis
b. Respiratory mycoses
c. Acute laryngitis
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Respiratory mycoses
d. Pulmonary tuberculosis
Page 2
, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 222
Which symptom is associated with Systemic lupus
erythematosus (SLE)?
a. Arthralgias
b. Dark urine
c. Koilonychia
d. Tachycardia
CORRECT ANSWER
a. Arthralgias
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 222
What is a symptom of malaria?
a. Warm over a vein
b. Myalgia
c. Tachycardia
d. Muscle spasms
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Myalgia
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 222
A patient record indicates a type of hypertension that is typically
above 180/120 and can cause serious damage to organ tissue. It
was treated as a medical emergency. Which type of
hypertension did this patient have?
a. Pulmonary
b. Malignant
c. Essential
d. Renal
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Malignant
Page 3
, Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 222
Which type of anemia is characterized by insufficient or totally
absent RBC production and results in a patient having an
inability to fight infection and having a tendency to bleed?
a. Aplastic anemia
b. Folic acid deficiency anemia
c. Pernicious anemia
d. Iron deficiency anemia
CORRECT ANSWER
a. Aplastic anemia
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 222
What are known triggers for vaso-occlusive crises, such as
Sickle Cell Disease?
a. Alkalosis and insomnia
b. High-fat diet and hyperoxia
c. Acidosis and dehydration
d. Reduced stress and warm environmental temperature
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Acidosis and dehydration
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 222
What are the common symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis?
a. Abnormal Sweating
b. Sudden Edema
c. Constipation
d. Weakness
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Weakness
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