Author Question: A group of nursing students are reviewing information about the endocrine system in infants and ... (Read 103 times)

captainjonesify · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A group of nursing students are reviewing information about the endocrine system in infants and children. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they state which of the following?

A) Endocrine glands begin developing in the third trimester of gestation.
B) At birth, the endocrine glands are completely functional.
C) Infants have difficulty balancing glucose and electrolytes.
D) A child's endocrine system has little effect on growth and development.

Question 2

Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess in a child with hypothyroidism?

A) Nervousness
B) Heat intolerance
C) Smooth velvety skin
D) Weight gain

yifu223 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
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Typically, most endocrine glands begin to develop during the first trimester of gestation, but their development is incomplete at birth. Thus, complete hormonal control is lacking during the early years of life, and the infant cannot appropriately balance fluid concentration, electrolytes, amino acids, glucose, and trace substances.

Answer to Question 2

D
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Hypothyroidism is manifested by weight gain, fatigue, cold intolerance, and dry skin. Nervousness, heat intolerance, and smooth velvety skin are associated with hyperthyroidism.