ATI - The Endocrine System Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI - The Endocrine System Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal cortex to regulate sodium and potassium levels? A. Cortisol B. Epinephrine C. Aldosterone D. Insulin What is the primary function of the thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4)? A. Lower blood calcium B. Promote glucose uptake C. Regulate metabolism and energy production D. Stimulate adrenal gland A patient with hypothyroidism may exhibit which of the following symptoms? A. Weight loss B. Heat intolerance 2 C. Fatigue and cold intolerance D. Increased appetite Which gland produces growth hormone? A. Thyroid B. Anterior pituitary C. Adrenal medulla D. Parathyroid What hormone causes the kidneys to reabsorb water and concentrate urine? A. Aldosterone B. Cortisol C. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) D. Glucagon Which condition results from excess secretion of growth hormone in adults? A. Dwarfism B. Cushing’s syndrome 3 C. Acromegaly D. Addison’s disease What lab test is most useful for diagnosing hyperthyroidism? A. Serum glucose B. TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level C. Serum calcium D. Serum cortisol Which hormone counteracts insulin’s effect by raising blood glucose levels? A. Aldosterone B. Cortisol C. Glucagon D. Thyroxine A client with Addison’s disease is expected to have: A. Hypernatremia and hyperglycemia B. Hypertension and hypokalemia 4 C. Hyponatremia and hyperkalemia D. Hypercalcemia and weight gain Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland? A. Thyroid stimulating hormone B. Oxytocin C. Growth hormone D. Cortisol What is the hallmark symptom of diabetes insipidus? A. Weight gain B. Excessive urination with dilute urine C. Heat intolerance D. Muscle cramps Which hormone stimulates milk production