WGU D117 FEMALE PLAN PRACTICE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Speech Disorders.
Answer: disorders that cause difficulty forming specific sounds or words
correctly or difficulties with fluency, such as stuttering
◍ Language Disorders.
Answer: issues with understanding and using language, which may include
difficulty in comprehending words, constructing sentences, or expressing
thoughts
◍ Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Answer: Collection of physical, psychological, and mood symptoms related
to woman's menstrual cycle
◍ The menstrual cycle.
Answer: - Ovarian cycle = follicular phase, ovulation, luteal phase, menses
(low estrogen at end of menses)- Uterine cycle = proliferative phase
(estrogen, endometrium thickness increases), secretory phase (progesterone,
lining becomes highly vascular/edematous)
◍ GU history taking: preventative care considerations.
Answer: - Imperative to have assessment/discussion of health, wellness,
lifestyle behaviors- Two specific areas: personal habits and safety
◍ Salpingitis.
Answer: - Inflammation or infection of the fallopian tubes- Often associated
with PID
◍ Pre-Production.
, Answer: Also known as "the silent period," when the learner absorbs the
new language but does not yet speak it
◍ Title III Language Instruction for English Learners and Immigrant Students.
Answer: federal legislation that funds support for language instruction
educational programs for English learners
◍ Endometriosis.
Answer: Presence and growth of endometrial tissue outside uterus
◍ Tubal (ectopic) pregnancy.
Answer: - Pregnancy occurring outside the uterus- Unilateral/tender-
Movement of cervix painful
◍ Pregnancy-associated changes.
Answer: - Uterus may become more anteflexed during the first 3 months,
which may cause urinary frequency- Vulvar varicosities- Breast and skin
changes
◍ Premature menopause.
Answer: Before 40yo
◍ Natural Order Hypothesis.
Answer: Languages have a natural order in which people learn different
parts; some components, like basic words and sentences, come first while
more complex grammar rules come later
◍ Intermediate Fluency.
Answer: Communication in the second language becomes fluent, especially
in social settings
◍ Key history subjects with female GU.
Answer: - HPI- Menstrual HX- Gynecologic HX- Obstetric HX-
Contraceptives- Social HX, PMH, family HX- Sexual HX
◍ Female GU exam considerations for adolescents.
Answer: - Allay anxiety for what may be first exam- Same exam/positioning
as adults- Appropriate-size speculum- Maturational changes of sexual
, development = increase in vaginal secretions before menarche, hymen may
or may not be stretched across vaginal opening, by menarche vaginal
opening should be 1cm wide
◍ Steven Krashen.
Answer: A linguistics expert known for his second language acquisition
theory; his theory encompasses five main hypotheses.
◍ If parent brings up infant/children vaginal discharge, ask about....
Answer: - Relation to diapers- Associated symptoms- Contributory
problems
◍ Female GU exam considerations for pregnant women.
Answer: - Same procedure as non-pregnant- Gestational age estimation-
Uterine size and contour- Pelvic size estimates- Cervical dilation and length
◍ GU history taking: unique population considerations.
Answer: - LGBTQ+- Sexual assault survivors- Victims of female genital
mutilation/genital cutting- Disabilities- Trauma-informed care = 4 basic
principles
◍ Participation Restrictions.
Answer: limitations on everyday activities like working, socializing,
enjoying recreational activities, or getting healthcare
◍ Bimanual exam: uterus/ovaries/adnexa/cervix.
Answer: - Uterus = position, size/shape, tenderness, mobility - Ovaries =
position, size/shape, tenderness, consistency, nodules - Adnexa = masses-
Cervix = position, size/shape, tenderness, mobility, consistency, nodules
◍ Dual Language Program.
Answer: Students learn in both English and another language, such as
Spanish, to become bilingual and proficient in both languages across various
subjects
◍ Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice.
Answer: Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Speech Disorders.
Answer: disorders that cause difficulty forming specific sounds or words
correctly or difficulties with fluency, such as stuttering
◍ Language Disorders.
Answer: issues with understanding and using language, which may include
difficulty in comprehending words, constructing sentences, or expressing
thoughts
◍ Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Answer: Collection of physical, psychological, and mood symptoms related
to woman's menstrual cycle
◍ The menstrual cycle.
Answer: - Ovarian cycle = follicular phase, ovulation, luteal phase, menses
(low estrogen at end of menses)- Uterine cycle = proliferative phase
(estrogen, endometrium thickness increases), secretory phase (progesterone,
lining becomes highly vascular/edematous)
◍ GU history taking: preventative care considerations.
Answer: - Imperative to have assessment/discussion of health, wellness,
lifestyle behaviors- Two specific areas: personal habits and safety
◍ Salpingitis.
Answer: - Inflammation or infection of the fallopian tubes- Often associated
with PID
◍ Pre-Production.
, Answer: Also known as "the silent period," when the learner absorbs the
new language but does not yet speak it
◍ Title III Language Instruction for English Learners and Immigrant Students.
Answer: federal legislation that funds support for language instruction
educational programs for English learners
◍ Endometriosis.
Answer: Presence and growth of endometrial tissue outside uterus
◍ Tubal (ectopic) pregnancy.
Answer: - Pregnancy occurring outside the uterus- Unilateral/tender-
Movement of cervix painful
◍ Pregnancy-associated changes.
Answer: - Uterus may become more anteflexed during the first 3 months,
which may cause urinary frequency- Vulvar varicosities- Breast and skin
changes
◍ Premature menopause.
Answer: Before 40yo
◍ Natural Order Hypothesis.
Answer: Languages have a natural order in which people learn different
parts; some components, like basic words and sentences, come first while
more complex grammar rules come later
◍ Intermediate Fluency.
Answer: Communication in the second language becomes fluent, especially
in social settings
◍ Key history subjects with female GU.
Answer: - HPI- Menstrual HX- Gynecologic HX- Obstetric HX-
Contraceptives- Social HX, PMH, family HX- Sexual HX
◍ Female GU exam considerations for adolescents.
Answer: - Allay anxiety for what may be first exam- Same exam/positioning
as adults- Appropriate-size speculum- Maturational changes of sexual
, development = increase in vaginal secretions before menarche, hymen may
or may not be stretched across vaginal opening, by menarche vaginal
opening should be 1cm wide
◍ Steven Krashen.
Answer: A linguistics expert known for his second language acquisition
theory; his theory encompasses five main hypotheses.
◍ If parent brings up infant/children vaginal discharge, ask about....
Answer: - Relation to diapers- Associated symptoms- Contributory
problems
◍ Female GU exam considerations for pregnant women.
Answer: - Same procedure as non-pregnant- Gestational age estimation-
Uterine size and contour- Pelvic size estimates- Cervical dilation and length
◍ GU history taking: unique population considerations.
Answer: - LGBTQ+- Sexual assault survivors- Victims of female genital
mutilation/genital cutting- Disabilities- Trauma-informed care = 4 basic
principles
◍ Participation Restrictions.
Answer: limitations on everyday activities like working, socializing,
enjoying recreational activities, or getting healthcare
◍ Bimanual exam: uterus/ovaries/adnexa/cervix.
Answer: - Uterus = position, size/shape, tenderness, mobility - Ovaries =
position, size/shape, tenderness, consistency, nodules - Adnexa = masses-
Cervix = position, size/shape, tenderness, mobility, consistency, nodules
◍ Dual Language Program.
Answer: Students learn in both English and another language, such as
Spanish, to become bilingual and proficient in both languages across various
subjects
◍ Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice.
Answer: Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students
