ATI LPN
ATI Targeted Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions
Question 1 of 5
Hypothalamic releasing and release-inhibiting hormones are transported from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary by way of __________.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The hypothalamic-pituitary portal system delivers hormones directly to the anterior pituitary.
Question 2 of 5
Cortisol is a ___________.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cortisol is a glucocorticoid involved in stress and metabolism.
Question 3 of 5
Insulin functions to __________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Insulin performs all listed functions to lower blood glucose.
Question 4 of 5
The family of chemical messengers that causes the pain and discomfort of menstruation are ___________.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prostaglandins mediate menstrual pain and uterine contractions.
Question 5 of 5
The endrocrine system works together with the system to maintain the body's equilibrium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The endocrine system collaborates with the nervous system to maintain homeostasis through hormonal and neural signals, respectively.