ATI LPN
ATI Targeted Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions
Question 1 of 5
Melatonin is produced in the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The pineal gland synthesizes melatonin.
Question 2 of 5
is not an effect of GH.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: GH increases protein synthesis, not decreases it.
Question 3 of 5
does not increase growth hormone secretion.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low amino acids do not stimulate GH; low glucose and stress do.
Question 4 of 5
All of the following tissues are dependent on insulin for its glucose entry EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: β cells of the pancreas do not require insulin for glucose entry; they use GLUT2 transporters independently. Other tissues listed rely on insulin via GLUT4.
Question 5 of 5
The greatest reabsorption of calcium in the kidneys occurs in the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Most Ca2+ (~65%) is reabsorbed in the PCT passively, with further regulated reabsorption in the DCT.