ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The largest endocrine gland(s) that makes 3 hormones that affect the metabolism is the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The thyroid gland, the largest endocrine gland, produces thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin, all influencing metabolism.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement about tropic hormones is incorrect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tropic hormones (e.g., TRH) are also produced by the hypothalamus, not just the anterior pituitary.
Question 3 of 5
Peptide hormones
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Peptide hormones are water-soluble and circulate mostly unbound.
Question 4 of 5
The effective plasma concentration of a hormone is normally regulated by appropriate adjustments in the hormone's rate of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secretion rate is the primary regulatory mechanism for plasma hormone levels.
Question 5 of 5
Too little activity of a particular hormone can arise from
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed factors can reduce hormone activity (e.g., gland failure, receptor defects).