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ATI Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions
Question 1 of 5
Peripheral stigma of laennec's cirrhosis include:(Select one that does not apply)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Laennec's (alcoholic) cirrhosis features spider angiomas, testicular atrophy (hormonal imbalance), parotid enlargement, and Dupuytren's contracture; clubbing is less common unless hypoxemia develops.
Question 2 of 5
In diabetic acidosis treated with glucose, insulin and fluids weakness and low T-waves on electrocardiogram suggest:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low T-waves and weakness post-treatment indicate hypokalemia, as insulin drives potassium into cells.
Question 3 of 5
Of the following, the most accurate description of findings in hyperparathyroidism is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyperparathyroidism features high serum calcium and low phosphorus from PTH excess, leading to bone resorption.
Question 4 of 5
The diagnosis of primary aldosteronism may be suspected if there is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Primary aldosteronism (Conn's syndrome) causes hypokalemia from urinary potassium loss due to excess aldosterone.
Question 5 of 5
Symptoms of thyrotoxicosis may be mimicked by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anxiety states mimic thyrotoxicosis with tachycardia, sweating, and nervousness.