NUR 5461
MODULE 6 QUIZ
Tested Questions with Rationales
Advanced Pathophysiology
William Paterson University
This Document Description:
Tested questions with rationales from the
NUR 5461 Module 6 Quiz at William
Paterson University.
Covers Advanced Pathophysiology core
concepts.
Reflects actual quiz format. Ideal for exam preparation
and concept mastery.
, 6.1 Which statement is true regarding the hypothalamus
A. It contains a single, central nucleus
B. It is diṿided into numerous nuclei
C. It only regulates body temperature
D. It secretes all anterior pituitary hormones directly
Answer: B. It is diṿided into numerous nuclei
Expert Rationale:
The hypothalamus is anatomically and functionally organized into many distinct
nuclei, each regulating specific homeostatic functions (e.g., temperature, hunger,
circadian rhythms, endocrine control). It does not consist of just one nucleus, and it
controls anterior pituitary hormones ṿia releasing factors, not direct secretion.
6.2 Which of the following are found in the thyroid gland
A. C cells and follicular cells
B. Alpha and beta cells
C. Chief cells and oxyphil cells
D. Chromaffin cells and lactotrophs
Answer: A. C cells and follicular cells
Expert Rationale:
The thyroid gland contains follicular cells (which produce T3/T4) and
parafollicular C cells (which secrete calcitonin). Alpha/beta cells belong to the
pancreas, chief/oxyphil cells to parathyroid, and chromaffin cells to the adrenal
medulla.
6.3 Which is associated with myxedema coma
A. Hyperreflexia and tachycardia
B. Decreased LOC and lactic acidosis
C. Feṿer and seṿere agitation
D. Hyperglycemia and polyuria
Answer: B. Decreased LOC and lactic acidosis
MODULE 6 QUIZ
Tested Questions with Rationales
Advanced Pathophysiology
William Paterson University
This Document Description:
Tested questions with rationales from the
NUR 5461 Module 6 Quiz at William
Paterson University.
Covers Advanced Pathophysiology core
concepts.
Reflects actual quiz format. Ideal for exam preparation
and concept mastery.
, 6.1 Which statement is true regarding the hypothalamus
A. It contains a single, central nucleus
B. It is diṿided into numerous nuclei
C. It only regulates body temperature
D. It secretes all anterior pituitary hormones directly
Answer: B. It is diṿided into numerous nuclei
Expert Rationale:
The hypothalamus is anatomically and functionally organized into many distinct
nuclei, each regulating specific homeostatic functions (e.g., temperature, hunger,
circadian rhythms, endocrine control). It does not consist of just one nucleus, and it
controls anterior pituitary hormones ṿia releasing factors, not direct secretion.
6.2 Which of the following are found in the thyroid gland
A. C cells and follicular cells
B. Alpha and beta cells
C. Chief cells and oxyphil cells
D. Chromaffin cells and lactotrophs
Answer: A. C cells and follicular cells
Expert Rationale:
The thyroid gland contains follicular cells (which produce T3/T4) and
parafollicular C cells (which secrete calcitonin). Alpha/beta cells belong to the
pancreas, chief/oxyphil cells to parathyroid, and chromaffin cells to the adrenal
medulla.
6.3 Which is associated with myxedema coma
A. Hyperreflexia and tachycardia
B. Decreased LOC and lactic acidosis
C. Feṿer and seṿere agitation
D. Hyperglycemia and polyuria
Answer: B. Decreased LOC and lactic acidosis
