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21st Trisomy Correct Answer- Down Syndrome
Ace Inhibiters (ACEI) *pril Correct Answer- reduce angiotensin II, increase bradykinin,
hyperkalemia, dry cough, angioede
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WGU D027 Study Guide Latest Update
Already Graded A
21st Trisomy Correct Answer- Down Syndrome
Ace Inhibiters (ACEI) *pril Correct Answer- reduce angiotensin II, increase bradykinin,
hyperkalemia, dry cough, angioedema; contraindicated in pregnancy (fetal death), first dose
causes severe hypotension, can cause renal failure
Alpha Thalassemia Correct Answer- inherited blood disorder; mild to severe anemia
Alternatives to gabapentin for neuropathic pain Correct Answer- Cymbalta (duloxetine) and
Lyrica (pregabalin)
Amoxicillin Correct Answer- first line of treatment for uncomplicated otitis media in pediatric
patient without comorbidities
Angiotensin II Correct Answer- vasocontraction; increased bp by acting on adrenal cortex
secreting aldosterone
Anticoagulants Correct Answer- Warfarin, heparin, lovenox; Caution about hemorrhage, any
patients with risks for bleeding
Antiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBS) Correct Answer- Sartan; blocks action of angiotensin II,
second choice if cannot tolerate ACE for htn and HF
Appropriate antibiotic for use in pregnancy for treatment of UTI Correct Answer- one time dose
of Fosfomycin, cephalexin also appropriate.
AVOID: nitrofurantoin ad bactrim. DO NOT USE: PCNasthma Correct Answer- chronic inflammatory obstruction of bronchi; trigger causing mucus
clogging bronchial tubes; is reversable, give beta antagonists and steroids
At Risk for HF - Stage A Correct Answer- no structural heart disease or symptoms of heart
failure
At Risk for HF - Stage B Correct Answer- structural heart disease but no symptoms of heart
failure
Ataxia in pediatric patient Correct Answer- genetic predisposition, Fragile X syndrome, PraderWillie Syndrome
Autosomal Dominant Correct Answer- 1 parent has, 50% change of child having
Autosomal Recessive Correct Answer- Both parents are carriers, 25% change of child having,
50% chance child is a carrier.
B&T lymphocytes Correct Answer- immune response
Back pain treatment Correct Answer- first 4-6 weeks no imaging needed unless neurologic
involved; give NSAIDS and rest, is the #1/2 reason for visits to PCP
Beta Blockers Correct Answer- prevent chemical messengers; slow HR, relax vessels, lower BP,
Class II antidysrhythmic drug
Beta Thallasemia Correct Answer- low hemoglobin; contraindicated medication ferrous sulfate
BNP Correct Answer- gold standard lab test to diagnose CHFbroken heart syndrome Correct Answer- mimics MI, no coronary obstruction
Bronchitis Correct Answer- excess mucus production, smooth muscle hypertrophy
Bronchodilators (Beta 2-Adrenergic Agonists) Correct Answer- provide symptomatic relief, do
not effect inflammation of disease process; taken PRN during attack (Albuterol), long actinb
Beta2 can be used in combo with glucocorticoids
Buspirone Correct Answer- treats anxiety, not a benzo
Calcium Channel Blockers Correct Answer- vasodilation of arterioles and heart, class IV
antidysrhythmic drug
Cardiac glycosides (Digoxin) Correct Answer- Increased myocardial contractile force (increases
output), used in ED, exerts positive inotropic action, can cause severe dysrhythmias
Cardio selective beta blockers Correct Answer- metoprolol - only beta-1 receptors affected
Cervical cancer screening Correct Answer- 21 - 64 cytology every 3 years, 30-64 cytology and
HPV every 5 years
CHF Correct Answer- heart cannot keep up with metabolic needs; volume overload in
pulmonary area
Chlorpromazine Correct Answer- treats schizophrenia
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