WGU Pathophysiology Final Exam
of the prostate."
Which hormone stimulates Sertoli cells to synthesize spermatozoa?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
While assessing a male client for reproductive disorders, the primary health-care
provider wants to understand whether the client has prostate cancer or benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH). Which diagnostic test will the nurse expect in this case?
Both A and B
(Ultrasound
Urine flow studies)
While assessing a male client, a nurse finds erythema, swelling, and tenderness of the
scrotum. The client also reports pain in the scrotum. Which disorder does the nurse
suspect in the client?
Testicular torsion
A digital rectal examination (DRE) in a client reveals the enlargement of the prostate
gland that is firm, painless, and generalized. Which medications will the nurse anticipate
from the primary health-care provider to treat the client?
Alpha-blockers & 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors
Alpha-blockers help to relax the smooth muscles of the prostate but do not aid in
reducing the size of the prostate.
While assessing a male client, a nurse observes swelling in the scrotum due to the
collection of serous fluid. Which condition does the nurse suspect in the client?
HYDROcele
Which disorder can occur due to HIV?
,Testicular cancer
Which artery provides engorgement of the glans during erection?
Dorsal
After examining an elderly client's penis, a nurse finds the presence of scar tissue in the
corpora cavernosum. On further assessment, the nurse confirms Peyronie's disease in
the client. Which finding supports the nurse's confirmation?
Presence of a curved penis
A nurse teaches intervention to a client for healthy spermatogenesis. During a follow-up
visit, the nurse finds that the client has risk for diminished sperm production. Which
statement of the client supports the nurse's conclusion?
"I should take a hot bath regularly."
During an assessment, a nurse observes the signs of diminished secondary sexual
characteristics in an adult male client. What should be the appropriate nursing action?
Measure the morning serum testosterone levels.
Which hormone stimulates the Leydig cells of the testes to secrete testosterone?
Luteinizing hormone
Which cells secrete inhibin hormone?
Sertoli cells
Which condition can cause ischemia of the testicle?
Testicular torsion
While assessing a male client, a nurse observes that the client has a small penis, long
legs, short trunk, enlarged breast tissues, small testicles, and sexual dysfunction. What
reason does the nurse suspect from these findings?
Presence of an extra X chromosome
,Which gland secretes a lubricating fluid that coats the urethra during sexual arousal?
Bulbourethral gland
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Endocrine System
Consists of glands secreting hormones into the bloodstream
Hormone Regulation
Hormones act on target cells by binding to specific receptors
Homeostasis Maintenance
Hormones regulate physiological parameters for internal balance
Growth and Development
Hormones influence growth, muscle development, and maturation
Stress Response
Endocrine system releases cortisol to adapt to stressors
Autoimmune Diseases
Immune system attacks endocrine glands, causing disorders
Neoplastic Growth
Tumors in glands disrupt hormone production and functions
Pituitary Gland Disorders
Conditions affecting pituitary hormone secretion levels
Hypopituitarism
, Underactivity of pituitary gland causing hormone deficiencies
Hyperpituitarism
Overactivity of pituitary gland leading to hormone excess
SIADH
Excessive antidiuretic hormone secretion causing water retention
Thyroid Disorders
Conditions affecting thyroid hormone production and function
Graves' Disease
Autoimmune hyperthyroidism with goiter and eye involvement
Hypothyroidism
Underactive thyroid gland causing hormone deficiency symptoms
Thyrotoxicosis
Excessive thyroid hormone activity in the body
Adrenal Gland Disorders
Conditions affecting adrenal hormone production and function
Cushing's Disease
Hypercortisolism due to excessive ACTH production
Addison's Disease
Adrenal insufficiency from autoimmune adrenal destruction
Pheochromocytoma
of the prostate."
Which hormone stimulates Sertoli cells to synthesize spermatozoa?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
While assessing a male client for reproductive disorders, the primary health-care
provider wants to understand whether the client has prostate cancer or benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH). Which diagnostic test will the nurse expect in this case?
Both A and B
(Ultrasound
Urine flow studies)
While assessing a male client, a nurse finds erythema, swelling, and tenderness of the
scrotum. The client also reports pain in the scrotum. Which disorder does the nurse
suspect in the client?
Testicular torsion
A digital rectal examination (DRE) in a client reveals the enlargement of the prostate
gland that is firm, painless, and generalized. Which medications will the nurse anticipate
from the primary health-care provider to treat the client?
Alpha-blockers & 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors
Alpha-blockers help to relax the smooth muscles of the prostate but do not aid in
reducing the size of the prostate.
While assessing a male client, a nurse observes swelling in the scrotum due to the
collection of serous fluid. Which condition does the nurse suspect in the client?
HYDROcele
Which disorder can occur due to HIV?
,Testicular cancer
Which artery provides engorgement of the glans during erection?
Dorsal
After examining an elderly client's penis, a nurse finds the presence of scar tissue in the
corpora cavernosum. On further assessment, the nurse confirms Peyronie's disease in
the client. Which finding supports the nurse's confirmation?
Presence of a curved penis
A nurse teaches intervention to a client for healthy spermatogenesis. During a follow-up
visit, the nurse finds that the client has risk for diminished sperm production. Which
statement of the client supports the nurse's conclusion?
"I should take a hot bath regularly."
During an assessment, a nurse observes the signs of diminished secondary sexual
characteristics in an adult male client. What should be the appropriate nursing action?
Measure the morning serum testosterone levels.
Which hormone stimulates the Leydig cells of the testes to secrete testosterone?
Luteinizing hormone
Which cells secrete inhibin hormone?
Sertoli cells
Which condition can cause ischemia of the testicle?
Testicular torsion
While assessing a male client, a nurse observes that the client has a small penis, long
legs, short trunk, enlarged breast tissues, small testicles, and sexual dysfunction. What
reason does the nurse suspect from these findings?
Presence of an extra X chromosome
,Which gland secretes a lubricating fluid that coats the urethra during sexual arousal?
Bulbourethral gland
We have an expert-written solution to this problem!
Endocrine System
Consists of glands secreting hormones into the bloodstream
Hormone Regulation
Hormones act on target cells by binding to specific receptors
Homeostasis Maintenance
Hormones regulate physiological parameters for internal balance
Growth and Development
Hormones influence growth, muscle development, and maturation
Stress Response
Endocrine system releases cortisol to adapt to stressors
Autoimmune Diseases
Immune system attacks endocrine glands, causing disorders
Neoplastic Growth
Tumors in glands disrupt hormone production and functions
Pituitary Gland Disorders
Conditions affecting pituitary hormone secretion levels
Hypopituitarism
, Underactivity of pituitary gland causing hormone deficiencies
Hyperpituitarism
Overactivity of pituitary gland leading to hormone excess
SIADH
Excessive antidiuretic hormone secretion causing water retention
Thyroid Disorders
Conditions affecting thyroid hormone production and function
Graves' Disease
Autoimmune hyperthyroidism with goiter and eye involvement
Hypothyroidism
Underactive thyroid gland causing hormone deficiency symptoms
Thyrotoxicosis
Excessive thyroid hormone activity in the body
Adrenal Gland Disorders
Conditions affecting adrenal hormone production and function
Cushing's Disease
Hypercortisolism due to excessive ACTH production
Addison's Disease
Adrenal insufficiency from autoimmune adrenal destruction
Pheochromocytoma
