ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 51 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A condition with a deficiency in growth hormone is called ___ dwarfism.
Correct Answer: hypopituitary
Rationale: A condition with a deficiency in growth hormone is called hypopituitary dwarfism. Most cases are idiopathic, but a small number can be attributed to an autosomal-recessive trait. In some cases, there is also a lack of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), TSH, and the gonadotropins.
Question 2 of 5
___ is the term that describes a condition of normal thyroid function.
Correct Answer: Euthyroid
Rationale: Euthyroid is the term that describes a condition of normal thyroid function.
Question 3 of 5
As the nurse is shaving a patient who is 2 days postoperative from a thyroidectomy, the patient has a spasm of the facial muscles. The nurse will recognize this as which sign?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The spasm of facial muscles when stimulated is the Chvostek sign, an indication of hypocalcemic tetany.
Question 4 of 5
Which gland is the master gland of the endocrine system?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The pituitary gland, located in the brain, is the master gland of the endocrine system. It has been called the 'master gland' because through the negative feedback inhibition, it exerts its control over the other endocrine glands.
Question 5 of 5
A 27-year-old patient with hypothyroidism is referred to the dietitian for dietary consultation. The nurse will reinforce instructions for which nutritional interventions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-protein, high-fiber, lower calorie diet is given.