Endocrine ATI Quiz Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Endocrine ATI Quiz Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which gland controls the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)? A. Thyroid B. Pituitary C. Parathyroid D. Adrenal What symptom should a nurse expect in a client with untreated hypothyroidism? A. Anxiety B. Weight loss C. Fatigue D. Insomnia A nurse is caring for a client with Cushing’s syndrome. Which clinical feature is most likely? A. Moon face and muscle wasting B. Hypotension and hypoglycemia 2 C. Moon face and abdominal striae D. Weight loss and tachycardia Which dietary change is most appropriate for a client with Addison’s disease? A. Low-sodium, high-potassium diet B. High-fat, low-carb diet C. High-sodium, low-potassium diet D. High-fiber, low-protein diet Which lab value confirms the diagnosis of primary hypothyroidism? A. Increased TSH and decreased T3/T4 B. Decreased TSH and increased T3/T4 C. Normal TSH and high cortisol D. Low glucose and low insulin A client with hyperparathyroidism is at risk for: A. Hyponatremia B. Hypercalcemia 3 C. Hypoglycemia D. Hypocalcemia A nurse is monitoring a client after thyroidectomy. Which sign indicates hypocalcemia? A. Positive Chvostek’s sign B. Bradycardia C. Constipation D. Weight gain Which hormone increases blood glucose during periods of stress? A. Insulin B. Cortisol C. Oxytocin D. Calcitonin What is the priority action for a client with blood glucose of 48 mg/dL? A. Call provider B. Administer insulin 4 C. Provide orange juice or glucose tablet D. Encourage physical activity What teaching should the nurse include for a client starting levothyroxine? A. Take with food B. Take in the morning on an empty stomach C. Avoid dairy D. Take before bedtime Which finding is most important to report in a client receiving desmopressin? A. Headache and confusion B. Polyuria C. Weight loss D. Bradycardia