ATI LPN
ATI Targeted Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a client who has hypoparathyroidism and has developed a positive Trousseau's sign and reports tingling of the hands and lips. Which of the following actions should the nurse be prepared to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trousseau's sign and tingling indicate severe hypocalcemia, risking seizures; precautions are priority.
Question 2 of 5
What effect can starting a dose of levothyroxine too high or increasing a dose too rapidly have on a client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excess levothyroxine mimics hyperthyroidism, risking hypertension and heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
Which patient is MOST likely to develop Diabetic Ketoacidosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Type 1 DM patient missing insulin during illness is at highest DKA risk due to absolute insulin deficiency.
Question 4 of 5
Identify an endocrine gland within the brain.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The pituitary gland, located in the brain beneath the hypothalamus, is a key endocrine gland.
Question 5 of 5
Exemplify hormones secreted by the anterior pituitary.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Growth hormone (GH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are secreted by the anterior pituitary.