ATI LPN
ATI Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 4
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 2 of 4
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 3 of 4
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.
Question 4 of 4
A patient is diagnosed with secondary hyperparathyroidism. Which additional health problem does the nurse assess for in this patient's history?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Secondary hyperparathyroidism is most often observed in patients with chronic renal failure or chronic calcium malabsorption, as the kidneys fail to activate vitamin D, leading to increased PTH secretion.