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ATI Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
GH promotes __________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Growth hormone stimulates cell division, protein synthesis, and bone growth.
Question 2 of 5
Aldosterone regulates the blood sodium and potassium levels.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aldosterone maintains electrolyte balance by retaining sodium and excreting potassium.
Question 3 of 5
In __________ diabetes the pancreas is NOT producing insulin.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type I diabetes involves autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells.
Question 4 of 5
What laboratory findings would the nurse expect in Mrs. Elber at time of diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Primary hyperthyroidism (e.g., Graves' disease) shows increased thyroid activity, leading to elevated radioiodine uptake due to excess hormone production.
Question 5 of 5
All the following are endocrine glands, EXCEPT the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sweat glands are exocrine, releasing sweat through ducts, unlike endocrine glands (adrenal, thyroid, pituitary) which secrete hormones into the bloodstream.