WGU D027 Advanced Path
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
What is the normal range for TSH level? - correct answer The normal range of TSH
levels is 0.4 to 4.0 milli-international units per liter. If you're already being treated for
a thyroid disorder, the normal range is 0.5 to 3.0 milli-international units per liter. A
value ABOVE the normal range usually indicates hypothyroidism.
What lab test would we recommend for thyroid? - correct answer Thyroid peroxidase
antibodies (TPO)
symptoms of hypothyroidism - correct answer Bradycardia; cold intolerance; lethargy;
memory loss; dry skin; brittle dry hair; decreased appetite; weight gain; constipation;
increased serum lipids; decreased libido; erectile dysfunction
What if a newborn has hypothyroidism? - correct answer Requires replacement within
a few days and last for 3 years to prevent mental development changes and
dwarfism.
What is Hashimoto's disease? - correct answer An autoimmune cause of hypothyroid.
Symptoms include weight gain and fatigue.
, WGU D027 Advanced Path
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) - correct answer Tachyarrhythmias,
anxiety, insomnia, rapid flow/speech, hot
GRAVES DISEASE
how to treat grave's disease? - correct answer Remove or destroy thyroid tissue or
suppress with drug (methimazole or propylthiouracil)
Treat with Iodine-131
Beta blockers also used to suppress release of thyroid hormones and reduce HR.
What causes vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, and helps with memory and sleep? -
correct answer histamine- 1
What are side effects of antihistamines? - correct answer sedation (only H-1), dry
mucus membranes, urinary hesitancy, and constipation.
Which medication is given after an MI? - correct answer Beta blocker is given for 6
months to prevent another MI
When should medication reconciliation be done? - correct answer Within 30 days of
discharge
, WGU D027 Advanced Path
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
Which drug class is used as the first line of treatment for depression? - correct answer
SSRIs because of the low side effects and effectiveness.
What is the first line of treatment for uncomplicated otitis media in pediatric patient
without comorbidities? - correct answer Amoxicillin
How do you test for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome? - correct answer Tilt
test
What organ does cystic fibrosis affect? - correct answer Affects the pancreas causing
secretions into the lungs
What is Klinefelter syndrome? - correct answer An extra X chromosome for males so
example XXY causing female-like qualities
What is Turner Syndrome? - correct answer females. missing or deformed x
chromosome. right hemisphere dysfunction, hearing loss, ear infection, language and
articulation disorders, visual spatial and attentional problems
What is beta thalassemia? - correct answer a condition in which the synthesis of the
beta-globin chains is decreased or absent. Causes low hemoglobin.
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
What is the normal range for TSH level? - correct answer The normal range of TSH
levels is 0.4 to 4.0 milli-international units per liter. If you're already being treated for
a thyroid disorder, the normal range is 0.5 to 3.0 milli-international units per liter. A
value ABOVE the normal range usually indicates hypothyroidism.
What lab test would we recommend for thyroid? - correct answer Thyroid peroxidase
antibodies (TPO)
symptoms of hypothyroidism - correct answer Bradycardia; cold intolerance; lethargy;
memory loss; dry skin; brittle dry hair; decreased appetite; weight gain; constipation;
increased serum lipids; decreased libido; erectile dysfunction
What if a newborn has hypothyroidism? - correct answer Requires replacement within
a few days and last for 3 years to prevent mental development changes and
dwarfism.
What is Hashimoto's disease? - correct answer An autoimmune cause of hypothyroid.
Symptoms include weight gain and fatigue.
, WGU D027 Advanced Path
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) - correct answer Tachyarrhythmias,
anxiety, insomnia, rapid flow/speech, hot
GRAVES DISEASE
how to treat grave's disease? - correct answer Remove or destroy thyroid tissue or
suppress with drug (methimazole or propylthiouracil)
Treat with Iodine-131
Beta blockers also used to suppress release of thyroid hormones and reduce HR.
What causes vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, and helps with memory and sleep? -
correct answer histamine- 1
What are side effects of antihistamines? - correct answer sedation (only H-1), dry
mucus membranes, urinary hesitancy, and constipation.
Which medication is given after an MI? - correct answer Beta blocker is given for 6
months to prevent another MI
When should medication reconciliation be done? - correct answer Within 30 days of
discharge
, WGU D027 Advanced Path
pharmacological Foundations (Latest
update 2026- 2027) Questions and
Answers 100% Correct {GRADE A}
Which drug class is used as the first line of treatment for depression? - correct answer
SSRIs because of the low side effects and effectiveness.
What is the first line of treatment for uncomplicated otitis media in pediatric patient
without comorbidities? - correct answer Amoxicillin
How do you test for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome? - correct answer Tilt
test
What organ does cystic fibrosis affect? - correct answer Affects the pancreas causing
secretions into the lungs
What is Klinefelter syndrome? - correct answer An extra X chromosome for males so
example XXY causing female-like qualities
What is Turner Syndrome? - correct answer females. missing or deformed x
chromosome. right hemisphere dysfunction, hearing loss, ear infection, language and
articulation disorders, visual spatial and attentional problems
What is beta thalassemia? - correct answer a condition in which the synthesis of the
beta-globin chains is decreased or absent. Causes low hemoglobin.
