ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The endocrine system is quicker than the nervous system.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nervous system acts faster via electrical signals; endocrine responses are slower via hormones.
Question 2 of 5
The thyroid gland is attached to the trachea just above the larynx.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The thyroid is below the larynx, surrounding the trachea.
Question 3 of 5
The medulla and the cortex portions of the adrenal glands function together as a physiological unit.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The medulla (catecholamines) and cortex (steroids) have separate roles, not a unified function.
Question 4 of 5
The pancreatic endocrine tissues are called pancreatic islets.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic islets (of Langerhans) produce hormones like insulin and glucagon.
Question 5 of 5
The thymus aids the differentiation of ______ cells.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The thymus matures T-cells for immune responses.