ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Identify a common function of atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH), aldosterone and antidiuretic hormone.Which of the following hormones does NOT help regulate blood pressure and volume?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ANH, aldosterone, and ADH regulate blood pressure and volume; oxytocin does not.
Question 2 of 5
Prolactin is produced in quantity throughout every person's life.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolactin production increases significantly during pregnancy and lactation, not constantly.
Question 3 of 5
If insufficient PTH is produced, the blood calcium level drops, resulting in ______.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low PTH causes hypocalcemia, leading to tetany from muscle hyperexcitability.
Question 4 of 5
Low levels of adrenal cortex hormones result in __________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Addison disease is caused by adrenal insufficiency.
Question 5 of 5
In type II diabetes, insulin is produced but the live and muscle cells do NOT respond to it.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type II diabetes features insulin resistance in target tissues.