ATI LPN
ATI Targeted Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions
Question 1 of 5
Identify an endocrine gland within the brain.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The pituitary gland, located in the brain beneath the hypothalamus, is a key endocrine gland.
Question 2 of 5
An exophthalmic goiter is a symptom of ______.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Graves disease, a hyperthyroid condition, causes exophthalmic goiter with eye protrusion.
Question 3 of 5
Cortisol is produced by the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cortisol, a glucocorticoid, is secreted by the adrenal cortex.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a possible effect of anabolic steroid use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed effects (A-C) can occur with anabolic steroid use due to hormonal imbalances.
Question 5 of 5
Hormones are substances that fall into two basic categories:___________.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hormones are categorized as non-steroid (peptide) or steroid based on structure.