WGU Pathophysiology D236 Updated Exam 2026
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Describe how your body responds to an infection. - ANSWERS-T cells produce
cytokines, which stimulate B cells. B cells produce antibodies.
Degenerative disk disease - ANSWERS-A condition in which an intervertebral disk
loses its normal structural integrity as a result of wear and tear, acute or repeated
injuries or aging
Paget disease - ANSWERS-Chronic inflammation of bones, resulting in thickening and
softening of bones, that can occur in any bone but most commonly affects the long
bones of the legs, the lower spine, the pelvis, and the skull
communiuted fracture - ANSWERS-splintered into many pieces
Three types of skin cancer - ANSWERS-1. Basal cell carcinoma
2. Squamous cell carcinoma
3. Melanoma
eczema - ANSWERS-noninfectious, inflammatory skin disease characterized by
redness, blisters, scabs, and itching
,decubitus ulcer - ANSWERS-sore caused by lying down for long periods of time
Fungal infections - ANSWERS-superficial, localized skin conditions or deep tissue
infections caused by exposure to spores may or may not be transmitted
benign neoplasm - ANSWERS-noncancerous growths, stationary, distinct borders
malignant neoplasm - ANSWERS-uncontrolled new tissue growth, irregular borders,
spreads
Osteoporosis - ANSWERS-The loss of bone mass often due to age, causing the bones
to become porous, brittle, and easily fractured.
osteomalacia - ANSWERS-disease marked by softening of the bone caused by calcium
and vitamin D deficiency
myoglobin - ANSWERS-red pigment that stores oxygen in muscle cells
Bursa - ANSWERS-fluid-filled sac that allows for easy movement of one part of a joint
over another
Rickets - ANSWERS-a vitamin D deficiency in children, resulting in soft bones
basal cell carcinoma - ANSWERS-Most common and least severe type of skin cancer;
often characterized by light or pearly nodules. Rarely metastasize, most common on
face due to sun exposure
squamous cell carcinoma - ANSWERS-Type of skin cancer more serious than basal cell
carcinoma; often characterized by scaly red crusted papules or firm nodules.
, Melanoma - ANSWERS-The most serious form of skin cancer, caucasian males at
highest risk, usually black or brown lesion
consequences when integumentary system is disrupted - ANSWERS-impaired immunity
Identify role of DNA changes in congenital abnormalities. - ANSWERS-Mutations in
genes or chromosomal abnormalities
How does development disrupts congenital abnormalities? - ANSWERS-Alterations of
DNA
Describes factors that disrupt homeostasis and how disruptions affect wellbeing. -
ANSWERS-(ex) Fluid and electrolyte shifts can cause n/v or dysrhythmias.
Explain RAAS - ANSWERS-Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
1. Reduce blood flow causes kidneys to release renin
> produce angiotensin I > converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II > vasoconstriction >
release aldosterone > kidneys conserve sodium and water > Result less water lost in
urine and blood pressure maintained.
DKA - ANSWERS-increased anion gap, decreased HCO3
How do kidneys compensate for alkalosis - ANSWERS-retain H and excrete HCO3
Untreated acidosis leads to an increase in which electrolyte? - ANSWERS-Potassium
West Nile Virus - ANSWERS-Transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.
Severe signs and symptoms; high fever, headache and stiff neck
Lyme disease - ANSWERS-Tick-borne disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia
burgdorferi.
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Describe how your body responds to an infection. - ANSWERS-T cells produce
cytokines, which stimulate B cells. B cells produce antibodies.
Degenerative disk disease - ANSWERS-A condition in which an intervertebral disk
loses its normal structural integrity as a result of wear and tear, acute or repeated
injuries or aging
Paget disease - ANSWERS-Chronic inflammation of bones, resulting in thickening and
softening of bones, that can occur in any bone but most commonly affects the long
bones of the legs, the lower spine, the pelvis, and the skull
communiuted fracture - ANSWERS-splintered into many pieces
Three types of skin cancer - ANSWERS-1. Basal cell carcinoma
2. Squamous cell carcinoma
3. Melanoma
eczema - ANSWERS-noninfectious, inflammatory skin disease characterized by
redness, blisters, scabs, and itching
,decubitus ulcer - ANSWERS-sore caused by lying down for long periods of time
Fungal infections - ANSWERS-superficial, localized skin conditions or deep tissue
infections caused by exposure to spores may or may not be transmitted
benign neoplasm - ANSWERS-noncancerous growths, stationary, distinct borders
malignant neoplasm - ANSWERS-uncontrolled new tissue growth, irregular borders,
spreads
Osteoporosis - ANSWERS-The loss of bone mass often due to age, causing the bones
to become porous, brittle, and easily fractured.
osteomalacia - ANSWERS-disease marked by softening of the bone caused by calcium
and vitamin D deficiency
myoglobin - ANSWERS-red pigment that stores oxygen in muscle cells
Bursa - ANSWERS-fluid-filled sac that allows for easy movement of one part of a joint
over another
Rickets - ANSWERS-a vitamin D deficiency in children, resulting in soft bones
basal cell carcinoma - ANSWERS-Most common and least severe type of skin cancer;
often characterized by light or pearly nodules. Rarely metastasize, most common on
face due to sun exposure
squamous cell carcinoma - ANSWERS-Type of skin cancer more serious than basal cell
carcinoma; often characterized by scaly red crusted papules or firm nodules.
, Melanoma - ANSWERS-The most serious form of skin cancer, caucasian males at
highest risk, usually black or brown lesion
consequences when integumentary system is disrupted - ANSWERS-impaired immunity
Identify role of DNA changes in congenital abnormalities. - ANSWERS-Mutations in
genes or chromosomal abnormalities
How does development disrupts congenital abnormalities? - ANSWERS-Alterations of
DNA
Describes factors that disrupt homeostasis and how disruptions affect wellbeing. -
ANSWERS-(ex) Fluid and electrolyte shifts can cause n/v or dysrhythmias.
Explain RAAS - ANSWERS-Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
1. Reduce blood flow causes kidneys to release renin
> produce angiotensin I > converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II > vasoconstriction >
release aldosterone > kidneys conserve sodium and water > Result less water lost in
urine and blood pressure maintained.
DKA - ANSWERS-increased anion gap, decreased HCO3
How do kidneys compensate for alkalosis - ANSWERS-retain H and excrete HCO3
Untreated acidosis leads to an increase in which electrolyte? - ANSWERS-Potassium
West Nile Virus - ANSWERS-Transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.
Severe signs and symptoms; high fever, headache and stiff neck
Lyme disease - ANSWERS-Tick-borne disease caused by the spirochete Borrelia
burgdorferi.
