Wgu D236 Pathophysiology Exam (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Questions And Verified Answers| Grade A

GERD cause {Ans: failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to close}Chron's disease {Ans: A chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the digestive tract, chronic symptoms: diarrhea, sores, fistula, weight loss}myocardial infarction {Ans: the occlusion of one or more coronary arteries caused by plaque buildup (heart attack)}Where does cancer originate from in leukemia? {Ans: bone marrow}pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) {Ans: inflammation and infection of organs in the pelvic region; symptoms: pain in pelvis, abd, vagina, during sex, during urination, cramps, vaginal dischrge/odor}What are lymph nodes? {Ans: Filter interstitial fluid. Swollen glands mean you are fighting an infection}