WGU D446 Adult Health II Exam
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1. Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which:
the cells produce too much sugar
the body is unable to use glucose normally there is not
enough sugar in the bloodstream the body produces
too much insulin
2. The nurse has client performing deep-breathing and coughing. Drug therapy for
heart failure may include which of the following types of medications?
Diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors,
vasopressin.
Platelet inhibitors, nitrates, calcium channel blockers
Beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, antidiuretic hormone.
Diuretics, beta blockers, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
3. Describe the role of beta blockers in the treatment of aortic dissection.
Beta blockers help to reduce blood pressure and heart rate,
decreasing the stress on the aorta.
Beta blockers increase blood flow to the aorta, promoting
healing.
, Beta blockers are primarily used for pain management.
Beta blockers are used to prevent infections during surgery.
4. Describe the significance of recognizing symptoms of a hypertensive crisis in patient
care.
, Recognizing symptoms of a hypertensive crisis is crucial for
timely intervention to prevent serious complications.
Patients can manage symptoms without medical intervention.
Symptoms indicate a need for lifestyle changes only.
Symptoms are not significant in managing hypertension.
5. What imaging technique is primarily used to diagnose aortic dissection?
Ultrasound
Stat CT scan
X-ray
MRI
6. If a 55-year-old patient with a family history of hypertension adopts a regular exercise
routine and loses weight, what impact might this have on their risk for developing
hypertension?
It may increase their risk of developing hypertension.
It will definitely prevent hypertension.
It may reduce their risk of developing hypertension.
It will have no effect on their risk.
7. What is a primary goal of foot care for a client with diabetes mellitus?
Apply lotion generously to keep the feet moisturized.
, Inspect the feet daily for signs of injury or infection.
Soften calluses and corns to alleviate discomfort.
Soak the feet in warm water to improve circulation.
2026 |Questions with 100%
accurate answers
1. Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which:
the cells produce too much sugar
the body is unable to use glucose normally there is not
enough sugar in the bloodstream the body produces
too much insulin
2. The nurse has client performing deep-breathing and coughing. Drug therapy for
heart failure may include which of the following types of medications?
Diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors,
vasopressin.
Platelet inhibitors, nitrates, calcium channel blockers
Beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, antidiuretic hormone.
Diuretics, beta blockers, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
3. Describe the role of beta blockers in the treatment of aortic dissection.
Beta blockers help to reduce blood pressure and heart rate,
decreasing the stress on the aorta.
Beta blockers increase blood flow to the aorta, promoting
healing.
, Beta blockers are primarily used for pain management.
Beta blockers are used to prevent infections during surgery.
4. Describe the significance of recognizing symptoms of a hypertensive crisis in patient
care.
, Recognizing symptoms of a hypertensive crisis is crucial for
timely intervention to prevent serious complications.
Patients can manage symptoms without medical intervention.
Symptoms indicate a need for lifestyle changes only.
Symptoms are not significant in managing hypertension.
5. What imaging technique is primarily used to diagnose aortic dissection?
Ultrasound
Stat CT scan
X-ray
MRI
6. If a 55-year-old patient with a family history of hypertension adopts a regular exercise
routine and loses weight, what impact might this have on their risk for developing
hypertension?
It may increase their risk of developing hypertension.
It will definitely prevent hypertension.
It may reduce their risk of developing hypertension.
It will have no effect on their risk.
7. What is a primary goal of foot care for a client with diabetes mellitus?
Apply lotion generously to keep the feet moisturized.
, Inspect the feet daily for signs of injury or infection.
Soften calluses and corns to alleviate discomfort.
Soak the feet in warm water to improve circulation.
