N221 Final Exam Study Questions and Correct Answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of hypoglycemia? A. Pallor B. Diaphoresis C. Confusion D. Polyuria D. Polyuria Which of the following is true about the cause of GERD? A. The pyloric sphincter fails to close properly B. The LES fails to close properly C. The pyloric sphincter fails to open properly D. The LES fails to open properly B. The LES fails to close properly Hepatic encephalopathy is associated with...? A. Hyperuricemia B. Hyperbilirubinemia C. Toxic effects of alcohol on brain cells D. Increased blood ammonia levels D. Increased blood ammonia levels Which information is correct regarding hormones and nutrient metabolism? A. Growth hormone suppresses gluconeogenesis B. Catecholamines increase glycogenolysis C. Thyroid hormone lowers blood sugar levels D. Insulin increases levels of glucose B. Catecholamines increase glycogenolysis Which of the following will stimulate the release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) from the posterior pituitary gland? A. Increased serum osmolality B. Decreased serum level of somatostatin C. Decreased serum level of ADH D. Increased serum potassium level A. Increased serum osmolality Which of the following is true of cirrhosis? A. Does not alter blood or bile flow B. It causes low pressure in the portal system C. It is reversible D. It is when there is scarring and fibrosis of liver cells D. It is when there is scarring and fibrosis of liver cells A patient has a low cortisol level from autoimmune destruction of the adrenal gland. Which diagnosis will the nurse observe documented on the chart? A. Cushing Syndrome B. Addison Disease C. Cretinism D. Pheochromocytoma B. Addison Disease