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Medical Surgical Endocrine Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which corticoid counteracts the inflammatory response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cortisol is the corticoid that counteracts the inflammatory process. Thyroxine is secreted by the thyroid gland. Insulin is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas. It is responsible for regulation of blood glucose levels. Norepinephrine is secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stimulation from the sympathetic nervous system. It functions as a pressor (causing blood vessel constriction) hormone to maintain blood pressure.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
Which hormone is primarily responsible for uptake of glucose from blood by cells?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin, produced by pancreatic beta cells, facilitates glucose uptake by cells, lowering blood glucose levels.
Question 4 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 5 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.