Question 1

Which corticoid counteracts the inflammatory response?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thyroxine 
B)  Cortisol 
C)  Insulin 
D)  Norepinephrine 
A)  Thyroxine 
B)  Cortisol 
C)  Insulin 
D)  Norepinephrine

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who has orders for a 17-ketosteroid (17-KS)test.Which preparation is most important for the nurse to make?

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep the patient NPO after midnight the night before the test. 
B)  Ensure adequate space for the specimen container is available in the refrigerator. 
C)  Withhold the patient's metformin for 24 hours prior to the test. 
D)  Request an order for an antacid. 
A)  Keep the patient NPO after midnight the night before the test. 
B)  Ensure adequate space for the specimen container is available in the refrigerator. 
C)  Withhold the patient's metformin for 24 hours prior to the test. 
D)  Request an order for an antacid.

Question 3

Where in the body are mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids produced?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adrenal cortex 
B)  Adrenal medulla 
C)  Pancreas 
D)  Hypothalamus 
A)  Adrenal cortex 
B)  Adrenal medulla 
C)  Pancreas 
D)  Hypothalamus

Question 4

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been experiencing infertility.Which statement indicates that the patient understands the impact of inadequate luteinizing hormone (LH)levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Since luteinizing hormone maintains my secondary sex characteristics, low levels explain my small breasts." 
B)  "Low levels of luteinizing hormone cause the swelling I experience during my menstrual cycle." 
C)  "Low levels of luteinizing hormone cause my menstrual cycle irregularities." 
D)  "Since luteinizing hormone stimulates ovulation and progesterone production, low levels could cause infertility." 
A)  "Since luteinizing hormone maintains my secondary sex characteristics, low levels explain my small breasts." 
B)  "Low levels of luteinizing hormone cause the swelling I experience during my menstrual cycle." 
C)  "Low levels of luteinizing hormone cause my menstrual cycle irregularities." 
D)  "Since luteinizing hormone stimulates ovulation and progesterone production, low levels could cause infertility."

Question 5

The physician has ordered cortisol level testing for a patient.Which statement indicates that the patient accurately understands the nurse's teaching?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I should not eat or drink 6 hours before the procedure." 
B)  "I should exercise for at least 10 minutes during the test." 
C)  "I will have blood samples collected during the day and night." 
D)  "I should limit salty foods the day before the test." 
A)  "I should not eat or drink 6 hours before the procedure." 
B)  "I should exercise for at least 10 minutes during the test." 
C)  "I will have blood samples collected during the day and night." 
D)  "I should limit salty foods the day before the test."

Question 6

Which gland secretes androgenic hormones?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adrenal cortex 
B)  Hypothalamus 
C)  Pancreas 
D)  Pituitary 
A)  Adrenal cortex 
B)  Hypothalamus 
C)  Pancreas 
D)  Pituitary

Exam 35: The Endocrine System

Which corticoid counteracts the inflammatory response?

The nurse is caring for a patient who has orders for a 17-ketosteroid (17-KS)test.Which preparation is most important for the nurse to make?

Where in the body are mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids produced?

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been experiencing infertility.Which statement indicates that the patient understands the impact of inadequate luteinizing hormone (LH)levels?

The physician has ordered cortisol level testing for a patient.Which statement indicates that the patient accurately understands the nurse's teaching?

Which gland secretes androgenic hormones?

Caring for Medical-Surgical Patients

Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process

Fluid, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance, and Intravenous Therapy

Care of Preoperative and Intraoperative Surgical Patients

Care of Postoperative Patients

Infection Prevention and Control

Care of Patients with Pain

Care of Patients with Cancer

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

The Immune and Lymphatic System

Care of Patients with Immune and Lymphatic Disorders (with HIV and AIDS)

The Respiratory System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

The Hematologic System

Care of Patients with Hematologic Disorders

The Cardiovascular System

Care of Patients with Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Care of Patients with Cardiac Disorders

Care of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiac Surgery

The Neurologic System

Care of Patients with Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Brain

Care of Patients with Peripheral Nerve and Degenerative Diseases

The Sensory System: Eye and Ear

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Eyes and Ears

The Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Lower Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas

The Musculoskeletal System

Care of Patients with Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders

The Urinary System

Care of Patients with Disorders of the Urinary System

Care of Patients with Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

Care of Patients with Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Care of Women with Reproductive Disorders

Care of Men with Reproductive Disorders

Care of Patients with Sexually Transmitted Infections

The Integumentary System

Care of Patents with Integumentary Disorders and Burns

Care of Patients in Disasters or Bioterrorism Attack

Care of Patients with Emergencies, Trauma, and Shock

Care of Patients with Anxiety, Mood, and Eating Disorders

Care of Patients with Substance Abuse Disorders

Care of Patients with Cognitive Disorders

Care of Patients with Thought and Personality Disorders

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