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ATI Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The gland that secretes the hormone that determines the basal rate of metabolism and normal growth is located:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The thyroid gland, located in front of the trachea, secretes thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which regulate metabolism and growth.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the records of a child being treated for a short stature. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate the child is receiving?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Somatotropin is a growth hormone used to treat short stature due to growth hormone deficiency.
Question 3 of 5
Which is the initial step of the negative feedback regulation that results in the suppression of secretion of TSH and TRH thyroid hormone?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The process begins with the hypothalamus secreting TRH to stimulate TSH release.
Question 4 of 5
Which should the nurse be most concerned about during the treatment of a client experiencing a thyroid storm?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shivering in thyroid storm may indicate worsening fever or instability, a critical concern.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse monitors for which clinical manifestation in the patient diagnosed with hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insomnia is a clinical manifestation the nurse anticipates when assessing the patient who is diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, due to the hypermetabolic state increasing alertness and energy.