Deck 20: The Endocrine System

Question 1

Which explanations by the nurse best describes the difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands? Select all that apply.

A) Exocrine glands control the release of hormones by the pituitary gland.
B) Exocrine glands secrete hormones into ducts.
C) Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the blood stream.
D) Endocrine glands are responsible for controlling the body's rate of metabolism.
E) Exocrine glands are responsible for the storage of calcium.

Answer 1

Exocrine glands secrete hormones into ducts.
Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the blood stream.

Question 2

Which is the outcome of the hormonal function of the placenta?

A) Maternal gastric juice is produced
B) The fetus's blood volume is stabilized
C) A pregnancy is maintained to term
D) Assists in both maternal and fetal blood pressure control

Answer 2

A pregnancy is maintained to term

Question 3

What statement describes the function of the hypothalamus?

A) The hypothalamus secretes hormones that are transported to target tissues through the circulatory system and directly into the blood stream.
B) The hypothalamus secretes many hormones, which in turn control the release of hormones by the pituitary gland.
C) The hypothalamus regulates the amount of calcium and phosphorus in the blood.
D) The hypothalamus secretes hormones that mimic the action of the sympathetic nervous system.

Answer 3

The hypothalamus secretes many hormones, which in turn control the release of hormones by the pituitary gland.

Question 4

Which function is associated with the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

A) Controls bone and tissue growth
B) Increases skin and hair pigmentation
C) Raises blood pressure
D) Promotes water reabsorption in kidney tubules

Question 5

What information describes the role of the thyroid gland? Select all that apply.

A) Regulates the amount of calcium in the blood
B) Activates vitamin D
C) Controls the body's rate of metabolism
D) Affects calcium storage
E) Regulates the amount phosphorus in the blood

Question 6

What part of the body is responsible for releasing hormones that either inhibit release or promote release of other hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary?

A) Endocrine glands
B) Hypothalamus
C) Parathyroid gland
D) Adrenal medulla

Question 7

Which hormone released by the adrenal medulla mimics the action of the sympathetic nervous system?

A) Catecholamine
B) Glycoproteins
C) Melatonin
D) Calcitonin

Question 8

Which roles are played by glucocorticoids? Select all that apply.

A) Regulate the amount of electrolytes in the body
B) Influence the synthesis of glucose
C) Depress the immune response
D) Decrease the inflammatory response
E) Influence the synthesis of amino acids, and fats

Question 9

What information should the nurse include in a discussion about how the body regulates blood sugar levels? Select all that apply.

A) Insulin facilitates the lowering of blood sugar.
B) Glucagon facilitates the raising of blood sugar.
C) The endocrine gland responsible for regulation of blood sugar is the pancreas.
D) Insulin influence carbohydrate metabolism.
E) Glucagon influence carbohydrate metabolism.

Question 10

What are function of the thymus as an endocrine organ? Select all that apply.

A) Influences cellular immunity
B) Necessary for the production of sperm
C) Stimulates growth of ovarian follicles
D) Stimulates the production of testosterone
E) Stimulates production of T-cells

Question 11

Which structures or organs produce specific hormones? Select all that apply.

A) Brain
B) Heart
C) Liver
D) Kidneys
E) Stomach

Question 12

The nurse identifies which characteristic as a result of aging on the endocrine system?

A) Decrease in metabolic rate
B) Wakefulness at night
C) Decrease in voluntary movements
D) Increased susceptibility to heat stroke

Question 13

What body functions do the prostaglandins influence? Select all that apply.

A) Blood pressure
B) Respirations
C) Heart rate
D) Digestion
E) Reproduction

Question 14

What occurs in a negative feedback system or loop? Select all that apply.

A) Hormone secretion ceases
B) Glandular response is inhibited
C) Hormone production increases
D) Glandular response continues
E) Desired hormone levels are achieved

Question 15

Which hormone intensifies the contractions of the uterus and enables the uterus to push out the fetus?

A) Prolactin
B) Melanocyte
C) Oxytocin
D) Insulin

Question 16

Which hormone influences the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle?

A) Melatonin
B) Erythropoietin
C) Gastrin
D) Somatostatin

Question 17

Which information is accurate when educating a client concerning the hormone somatostatin?

A) It releases cortisol to help with stress.
B) It stimulates the release of a hormone.
C) It inhibits the release of insulin.
D) It stimulates the breakdown of fats and proteins.

Question 18

Which element deficiency should the nurse identify in the client diagnosed with a goiter?

A) Iron
B) Iodine
C) Potassium
D) Sodium

Question 19

For which significant finding should a nurse monitor when caring for a client prescribed a glucocorticoid?

A) Increase in blood volume
B) Change in the body's rate or metabolism
C) Low sugar level in the blood
D) Small rise in temperature

Question 20

When considering conception, which hormone is responsible for the production of eggs?

A) Luteinizing hormone (LH)
B) Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
C) Interstitial cell-stimulating hormone (ICSH)
D) Melanocyte-stimulating hormone

Question 21

What is the function of vasopressin?

A) Stimulates growth and secretion of ovarian follicles
B) Stimulates the uterus to contract
C) Stimulates contraction of blood vessels
D) Stimulates growth in body tissues