2024 PORTAGE NURS 251 TEST 4
EXAM WITH ANSWERS
Where in the body is the pituitary gland located? - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe
pituitary gland is located in the brain near the hypothalamus.
Two common disorders associated with the thyroid gland - CORRECT-
ANSWERSHypothyroidism & Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism symptoms - CORRECT-ANSWERScold intolerance,
unintentional weight gain, depression, dry brittle hair and nails, and fatigue
Hyperthyroidism symptoms - CORRECT-ANSWERSdiarrhea, flushing,
increased appetite, muscle weakness, fatigue, palpitations, irritability,
nervousness, heat intolerance and altered menstrual flow
What is levothyroxine? - CORRECT-ANSWERSa synthetic thyroid hormone
used in hypothyroidism
Levothyroxine mechanism of action and special use instructions - CORRECT-
ANSWERSEssentially levothyroxine works in the same manner as the
endogenous hormone, Thyroxine or T4. By taking levothyroxine, the
deficiency is corrected. However, it can be impacted by food or drugs and so
it is recommended to take on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes prior to
breakfast.
Hyperthyroidism drugs (and how they work) - CORRECT-
ANSWERSmethimazole and propylthiouracil (PTU) are two antithyroid drugs
available that work by inhibiting the formation of the thyroid hormones.
Two conditions that can occur when there is a deficiency or excess of
glucocorticoids released from the adrenal cortex. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSAddison's disease- deficiency
Cushing's syndrome- excess
Describe how glucocorticoids exert their anti-inflammatory effect. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSThe glucocorticoids work at the cellular level to bind to
receptors that either activate the production of anti-inflammatory proteins or
prevent proinflammatory protein production.
EXAM WITH ANSWERS
Where in the body is the pituitary gland located? - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe
pituitary gland is located in the brain near the hypothalamus.
Two common disorders associated with the thyroid gland - CORRECT-
ANSWERSHypothyroidism & Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism symptoms - CORRECT-ANSWERScold intolerance,
unintentional weight gain, depression, dry brittle hair and nails, and fatigue
Hyperthyroidism symptoms - CORRECT-ANSWERSdiarrhea, flushing,
increased appetite, muscle weakness, fatigue, palpitations, irritability,
nervousness, heat intolerance and altered menstrual flow
What is levothyroxine? - CORRECT-ANSWERSa synthetic thyroid hormone
used in hypothyroidism
Levothyroxine mechanism of action and special use instructions - CORRECT-
ANSWERSEssentially levothyroxine works in the same manner as the
endogenous hormone, Thyroxine or T4. By taking levothyroxine, the
deficiency is corrected. However, it can be impacted by food or drugs and so
it is recommended to take on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes prior to
breakfast.
Hyperthyroidism drugs (and how they work) - CORRECT-
ANSWERSmethimazole and propylthiouracil (PTU) are two antithyroid drugs
available that work by inhibiting the formation of the thyroid hormones.
Two conditions that can occur when there is a deficiency or excess of
glucocorticoids released from the adrenal cortex. - CORRECT-
ANSWERSAddison's disease- deficiency
Cushing's syndrome- excess
Describe how glucocorticoids exert their anti-inflammatory effect. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSThe glucocorticoids work at the cellular level to bind to
receptors that either activate the production of anti-inflammatory proteins or
prevent proinflammatory protein production.
