The nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on a client. The nurse understands that which endocrine gland is located in the abdomen?
A) Pituitary
B) Pancreas
C) Liver
D) Kidneys
B) Pancreas
Explanation: A) The pancreas is located in the abdomen. The pituitary gland is located in the cranium. The liver and kidneys are not considered endocrine glands.
B) The pancreas is located in the abdomen. The pituitary gland is located in the cranium. The liver and kidneys are not considered endocrine glands.
C) The pancreas is located in the abdomen. The pituitary gland is located in the cranium. The liver and kidneys are not considered endocrine glands.
D) The pancreas is located in the abdomen. The pituitary gland is located in the cranium. The liver and kidneys are not considered endocrine glands.
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