ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Most hormones travel from the gland where they were produced to the tissues and cells which they act upon:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hormones are typically secreted into the bloodstream by endocrine glands and travel through it to reach their target tissues, making the bloodstream the primary mode of transport.
Question 2 of 5
When a person is frightened or anxious, the sympathetic nervous system stimulates the adrenal medulla to secrete ___
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adrenaline, secreted by the adrenal medulla, prepares the body for fight-or-flight responses when triggered by the sympathetic nervous system.
Question 3 of 5
Which electrolyte disturbance should the nurse assess a client for that is receiving hydrocortisone therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydrocortisone can cause sodium retention (hypernatremia) and increased glucose (hyperglycemia).
Question 4 of 5
Which should the nurse instruct a client to report that has been prescribed methimazole (Tapazole)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Unexplained bruising and altered taste are adverse effects of methimazole to report.
Question 5 of 5
Which patient receiving levothyroxine requires close monitoring of vital signs during medication titration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In patients with a history of cardiovascular disease, the increases in dosage of levothyroxine are made cautiously because sudden increases in cardiac rate and contractility secondary to the medication may lead to angina or congestive heart failure.