Anatomy
Which gland is known as the "master gland" of the endocrine system?
What is the pituitary gland?
What is insulin?
Which of the following best describes Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?
A. Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells
B. Complete absence of insulin production
C. Insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion
D. Sudden onset during childhood
What is insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion?
What is the most appropriate site for routine subcutaneous insulin injections?
What is the abdomen?
What is a classic symptom of hypothyroidism?
What is fatigue and cold intolerance?
Which gland is located in the neck, just below the larynx?
What is the thyroid gland?
Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal medulla during the "fight or flight" response?
What is epinephrine?
What is a common early symptom of Type II DM?
Why should the nurse rotate insulin injection sites within the same anatomical area?
What is to prevent lipdystrophy?
Which disorder is associated with hypersecretion of cortisol?
What is cushing's syndrome?
The adrenal glands are located on top of which organ(s)?
What are the kidneys?
Which hormone stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth?
What is oxytocin?
Which laboratory test is commonly used to diagnose Type II DM?
What is Hemoglobin A1C?
When mixing regular (short-acting) insulin with NPH (intermediate-acting) insulin, which insulin should be drawn up first?
What is regular insulin?
What is a common finding associated with hyperthyroidism?
What is exophthalmos?
Which part of the pancreas has an endocrine function?
What is the Islets of Langerhans?
Which hormone regulates the body's metabolic rate?
What is thyroxine (t4)?
Which lifestyle modification is most important for managing Type II DM?
What is regular physical activity and healthy diet?
At what angle should subq insulin typically be administered?
What is 45-90 degrees?
Which endocrine disorder is caused by inadequate secretion of antidiuretic hormone?
What is syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion?
Which gland plays a major role in regulating circadian rhythms by secreting melatonin?
What is the pineal gland?
Which hormone increases blood calcium levels by stimulating bone resorption?
What is parathyroid hormone (pth)?
What is a common long term complication of poorly controlled Type II DM?
What is kidney disease?
A nurse is preparing to administer rapid-acting insulin. When should the insulin be given in relation to the patient's meal?
What is 15 minutes before or during the meal?
Which clinical finding is most commonly associated with Addison's disease?
What is hyperpigmentation and hypotension?