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Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz 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 hypothalamus determines the secretion of hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland by means of releasing hormones | Thyroxine plays a key role in maintenance of body temperature and is secreted from the thyroid gland, which is located close to the larynx
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Assertion (A) is TRUE because the hypothalamus produces releasing hormones to regulate anterior pituitary hormone secretion. The Reason (R) is TRUE as thyroxine helps regulate body temperature and is secreted by the thyroid near the larynx. However, R does not explain A, as they address different mechanisms.
Question 3 of 5
When a person is frightened or anxious, the sympathetic nervous system stimulates the adrenal medulla to secrete ___
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adrenaline, secreted by the adrenal medulla, prepares the body for fight-or-flight responses when triggered by the sympathetic nervous system.
Question 4 of 5
Which electrolyte disturbance should the nurse assess a client for that is receiving hydrocortisone therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydrocortisone can cause sodium retention (hypernatremia) and increased glucose (hyperglycemia).
Question 5 of 5
Which should the nurse instruct a client to report that has been prescribed methimazole (Tapazole)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Unexplained bruising and altered taste are adverse effects of methimazole to report.