ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The pituitary is located beneath the thalamus in the brain.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The pituitary lies below the hypothalamus, which is beneath the thalamus.
Question 2 of 5
In tetany, the body shakes from continuous muscle contraction.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tetany involves muscle spasms due to low calcium levels.
Question 3 of 5
A person with Addison disease ___________.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Addison disease impairs cortisol production, affecting glucose mobilization during stress.
Question 4 of 5
The ______ are the male sex hormones.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Androgens, like testosterone, are male sex hormones.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following signs/symptoms are consistent with hypothyroidism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypothyroidism slows metabolism, causing bradycardia (low pulse), fatigue, and weight gain, not loss or fever.