ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The hypothalamus determines the secretion of hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland by means of releasing hormones | Thyroxine plays a key role in maintenance of body temperature and is secreted from the thyroid gland, which is located close to the larynx
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Assertion (A) is TRUE because the hypothalamus produces releasing hormones to regulate anterior pituitary hormone secretion. The Reason (R) is TRUE as thyroxine helps regulate body temperature and is secreted by the thyroid near the larynx. However, R does not explain A, as they address different mechanisms.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse correlates which laboratory value to a patient diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diagnostic results consistent with hypoparathyroidism include low serum calcium levels, high serum phosphate levels, and low serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels.