ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
In which body process(es) is/are the endocrine system involved?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All functions listed are affected or controlled by the pituitary gland.
Question 2 of 5
Which hormone is produced in the hours of darkness and encourages sleep?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Melatonin, secreted by the pineal gland during darkness, regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes sleep.
Question 3 of 5
There are four parathyroid glands, each about the size of a grain of rice, embedded in the thyroid gland and they make and secrete ___, which plays a part in calcium homeostasis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PTH is secreted by the parathyroid glands to regulate calcium levels in the blood, maintaining homeostasis.
Question 4 of 5
Which assessment findings should the nurse anticipate for the client with Cushing's syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cushing's syndrome causes upper body obesity due to excess cortisol.
Question 5 of 5
Which describes the function of the thyroid gland?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The thyroid gland regulates basal metabolism through thyroid hormone production.