Endocrine Disorders Nursing Quiz

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What is the most common finding in hypothyroidism?

  • Myxedema coma (correct)
  • Diarrhea
  • Tachycardia
  • Exophthalmos

What is the primary hormone secreted by the parathyroid gland?

  • Parathyroid hormone (PTH) (correct)
  • Glucocorticoids
  • Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
  • Thyroid hormones (T3 and T4)

Which of the following is a characteristic of hyperparathyroidism?

  • Low phosphorus levels
  • Muscle weakness
  • Low calcium levels
  • Polyuria (correct)

What is the primary function of the adrenal cortex?

<p>Producing glucocorticoids (B)</p>
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What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?

<p>Hashimoto's thyroiditis (B)</p>
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Which condition is associated with the following symptoms: Moon face, Buffalo hump, Bronze skin, and Truncal obesity?

<p>Cushing's syndrome (A)</p>
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What mineral is primarily regulated by Mineralocorticoids?

<p>Sodium (Na) (C)</p>
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Which hormone is responsible for the symptoms of Hirsutism?

<p>Androgen (B)</p>
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What is the primary intervention for Diabetes Insipidus (DI)?

<p>ADH/Vasopressin replacement (A)</p>
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Which symptom is NOT typically associated with Addison's disease?

<p>Distended neck vein (C)</p>
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