HESI LPN-RN EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025/2026

HESI LPN-RN EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025/2026 While reviewing the laboratory reports of a client, the nurse finds that the client has low sodium levels. Which hormonal imbalance should the nurse suspect in the client? Epinephrine Glucagon Calcitonin Cortisol - Correct Answer Cortisol Cortisol is the glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex that maintains sodium and water balance. Therefore, reduced sodium levels in the client indicate a cortisol imbalance. Additionally, depleted sodium levels in a client indicate hyponatremia. Epinephrine is a catecholamine, which helps in maintaining homeostasis. Glucagon increases blood glucose levels and does not play a role in maintaining electrolyte balance. Calcitonin helps in regulating serum calcium levels. A nurse is teaching a birthing/prenatal class about breast-feeding. Which hormone stimulates the production of milk during lactation? Inhibin Estrogen Prolactin