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MN551 FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM|
COMPLETE 150 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
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A patient with a history of an endocrine disorder exhibits signs and symptoms of hormone deficiency. Which of the following processes would the patient's care team most likely rule out first as a contributing factor?Up-regulation has increased the sensitivity of the body to particular hormone levels.The process of down-regulation has resulted in decreased hormone sensitivity.Hormone production is sufficient, but affinity on the part of the target cells is lacking.The patient's target cells lack sufficient receptors for the hormone in question. - Correct Answer - Up-regulation has increased the sensitivity of the body to particular hormone levels.
A 30-year-old woman has sought care because of her recurrent photophobia, tearing, and eye irritation. During assessment, her care provider asks about any history of cold sores or genital herpes. What is the rationale for the care provider's line of questioning?A history of HSV with eye irritation is suggestive of glaucoma.Chronic viral infection of the eyes can result in HSV autoinoculation of the mouth and labia. 1 / 4
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pg. 2 HSV infection of the cornea is a common cause of corneal ulceration and blindness.Herpes simplex virus (HSV) conjunctivitis indicates a need for antiviral rather than antibacterial treatment. - Correct Answer - HSV infection of the cornea is a common cause of corneal ulceration and blindness.
As part of the diagnostic workup for a patient's long-standing vertigo, a clinician wants to gauge the patient's eye movements. Which of the following tests is the clinician most likely to utilize?Caloric stimulation Electronystagmography (ENG) Rotational tests Romberg test - Correct Answer - Electronystagmography (ENG)
A 21-year-old female is suspected of having inadequate function of her hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid system. Her care provider is planning to inject thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) and then measure her levels of TSH. Which of the following diagnostic tests is being performed?Metabolite excretion test Stimulation test Radioimmunoassay (RIA) test Suppression test - Correct Answer - Stimulation test
A stroke affecting which of the following areas of the brain would be most likely to leave an individual's vestibular system intact and posture and balance maintained? 2 / 4
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pg. 3 The limbic system of the cerebrum The temporal and parietal cortex The thalamus The brain stem - Correct Answer - The limbic system of the cerebrum
A 46-year-old male has presented to the emergency department because of the eye pain, severe headache, and blurred vision that have followed an eye exam at an optometrist's office earlier in the day. The patient tells the triage nurse that he received eyedrops during the exam "to keep my pupils wide open." What differential diagnosis will the care team first suspect?Angle-closure glaucoma Corneal trauma Keratitis Infectious conjunctivitis - Correct Answer - Angle-closure glaucoma
A 60-year-old man has long managed his type 1 diabetes effectively with a combination of vigilant blood sugar monitoring, subcutaneous insulin administration, and conscientious eating habits. This morning, however, his wife has noted that he appears pale and clammy and to be in a stupor, though he is responsive. She suspects that he has made an error in his insulin administration and that he is experiencing a hypoglycemic episode. Which of the following actions should be the wife's first choice?Careful monitoring for level of consciousness and resolution of hypoglycemia IV infusion of 50% dextrose and water solution 3 / 4
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pg. 4 Administration of subcutaneous glucagon Administration of 15 to 20 g of glucose in a concentrated carbohydrate source - Correct Answer - Administration of 15 to 20 g of glucose in a concentrated carbohydrate source
Large amounts of glucagon were recently released into an individual's circulation, but glucagon circulation has now ceased. Which of the following situations could have led to this inhibition of glucagon release?A decrease in cellular metabolic needs and an increase in glucose levels Recent intake of large amounts of protein-rich food Recent strenuous physical activity A sharp decrease in blood glucose concentration - Correct Answer - A decrease in cellular metabolic needs and an increase in glucose levels
Which of the following hormones are derivatives of cholesterol?Eicosanoids and retinoids Aldosterone and testosterone Insulin and glucagon Epinephrine and norepinephrine - Correct Answer - Aldosterone and testosterone
An endocrinologist is providing care for a 30-year-old male who has lived with the effects of increased levels of GH. Which of the following teaching points about the patient's future health risks is most accurate?
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