ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with hyperaldosteronism is being treated with spironolactone (Aldactone) before surgery. Which precautions does the nurse teach this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spironolactone spares potassium; salt substitutes (KCl) could worsen hyperkalemia.
Question 2 of 5
Alcohol suppresses the secretion of ______ and thus _______ the reabsorption of water from the kidneys.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol inhibits ADH, reducing water reabsorption and increasing urine output.
Question 3 of 5
What gland requires iodine in order to produce its hormones?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The thyroid gland needs iodine to synthesize thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
Question 4 of 5
Epinephrine and norepinephrine from the adrenal medulla will produce the same results as the _____ nervous system.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adrenal medulla hormones mimic the sympathetic nervous system's fight-or-flight response.
Question 5 of 5
When blood glucose levels are low, the ______ will increase the secretion of ______.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low glucose triggers the pancreas to secrete glucagon to raise blood sugar.