ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is NOT related to adrenal medulla structure and function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glucose and mineral regulation is a function of the adrenal cortex, not the medulla.
Question 2 of 5
Identify a common function of atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH), aldosterone and antidiuretic hormone.Which of the following hormones does NOT help regulate blood pressure and volume?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ANH, aldosterone, and ADH regulate blood pressure and volume; oxytocin does not.
Question 3 of 5
Steroid hormones lead to the ______ .
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Steroid hormones activate gene expression, leading to new enzyme synthesis.
Question 4 of 5
Prolactin is produced in quantity throughout every person's life.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolactin production increases significantly during pregnancy and lactation, not constantly.
Question 5 of 5
If insufficient PTH is produced, the blood calcium level drops, resulting in ______.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low PTH causes hypocalcemia, leading to tetany from muscle hyperexcitability.