ATI LPN
PN Learning System Medical Surgical Endocrine Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which gland is the only gland that is both an endocrine gland and an exocrine gland?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The pancreas acts as an endocrine gland, secreting insulin directly into the bloodstream, and an exocrine gland, secreting digestive enzymes through ducts.
Question 2 of 5
Parathyroid hormone (PTH) contributes to the process of bone remodelling and helps to maintain homeostasis of blood calcium | In the presence of parathyroid hormone (PTH), osteoclasts can break down bone and release calcium into the bloodstream
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Assertion (A) is TRUE because PTH aids bone remodelling and calcium homeostasis. The Reason (R) is TRUE as PTH stimulates osteoclasts to release calcium from bone. R explains A, as this mechanism is how PTH maintains blood calcium levels.
Question 3 of 5
Adipocytes (fat cells) produce the hormone ___ which is sometimes known as the 'satiety hormone'.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leptin, produced by fat cells, signals satiety to the brain, helping regulate energy balance.
Question 4 of 5
Which should the nurse monitor the client for that is receiving glucocorticoid therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glucocorticoids can cause hypertension due to sodium and water retention.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment finding should the nurse recognize is an adverse CNS effect of mitotane (Lysodren)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Confusion, depression, and dizziness are CNS side effects of mitotane.