ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating an older adult patient with reduced cortisol levels. Which statement indicates that the patient accurately understands the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cortisol is a mineralocorticoid produced by the adrenal glands. Cortisol acts to increase glucose levels in the blood. Cortisol also helps counteract the inflammatory response. The reduced production of cortisol hinders the older adult in dealing with stress.
Question 2 of 5
Dopamine inhibits the release of ___, which is the hormone responsible for stimulating breast development and milk production.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prolactin, released by the anterior pituitary, promotes lactation, and its release is inhibited by dopamine from the hypothalamus.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to educate a client prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Levothyroxine can cause insomnia or altered sleep patterns as a side effect.
Question 4 of 5
Which describes the primary goal of pharmacotherapy for the treatment of hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The goal is to reduce thyroid activity and hormone levels in hyperthyroidism.
Question 5 of 5
Which information should the nurse include in the teaching for the client prescribed long-term corticosteroid therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises help prevent osteoporosis, a risk of long-term corticosteroid use.