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abubuendocrine.three.four Flashcards

1
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Which of the ff is NOT a regulatory function of the endocrine system?

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-Regulation of metabolism rate

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2
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The posterior pituitary gland is stimulated to secrete hormones by

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-Stimulation of neurons within the hypothalamus

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3
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Which of these statements concerning thyroid hormones is false?

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-Insufficient iodine in diet causes the thyroid gland to decrease in size

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4
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Which of the ff is not a regulatory function of the endocrine system?

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-Regulates skeletal muscle contraction strength

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5
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Glucocorticoids are secreted by the

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-Adrenal Cortex

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6
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Camden has Type 2 Diabetes mellitus. Which among the following cells will decrease his blood glucose levels?

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-Beta Cell

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7
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Tiny masses of tissue embedded in the posterior surface of the thyroid.

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-Parathyroid Gland

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Are ovoid organs within the pelvic cavity.

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-Ovaries

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9
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Pair of glands each on the superior surface of the kidney.

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-Adrenal Gland

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10
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Two-lobed gland located in the anterior mediastinum.

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Thymus

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Emma noticed that she was sweating excessively, have palpitations, and had difficulty concentrating on her lessons. Her doctor advised for an examination of her hormones. What could be the possible cause of her condition?

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-Increase T3 & T4

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12
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The tiny, pea-shaped gland located on the inferior aspect of the brain.

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Pituitary gland

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The single gland is located on the anterior aspect of the trachea (windpipe), near the larynx (voice box).

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thyroid gland

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14
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Both an endocrine and exocrine gland.

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-Pancreas

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15
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Endocrinology is the study of endocrine glands, and hormones.

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-True

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16
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Increases uterine contraction.

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-Oxytocin

17
Q

Ovulation and production of progesterone.

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-Luteinizing Hormone

18
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Increases rate of bone breakdown by osteoclasts.

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-Parathyroid Hormone

19
Q

Increases gene expression, breakdown of lipids, and releases fatty acids from cells.

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-Growth Hormone

20
Q

Inhibits secretion of gonadotropin-releasing hormone, thereby inhibiting reproduction.

A

-Melatonin

21
Q

The primary effect of the thyroid hormone is to promote heat-generating metabolic reactions.

A

True

22
Q

Glucagon is produced by the pancreas when blood glucose (sugar) level increases.

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-False

23
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___are substances released by cells that affect other cells nearby.

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–Paracrine Chemical Messengers

24
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Secretion of which of these hormones would increase shortly after a meal?

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-Insulin

25
Q

Which of the following is a mechanism… hormones in the blood?

A

Hormones associated with binding proteins

26
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An unknown hormone that regulates blood potassium levels is regulated by a positive-feedback mechanism. Which of the following statements best describes the regulation of the hormone’s secretion?

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-An increase in the level of circulating hormones would stimulate further secretion of the same hormone.

27
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A man with an abnormally high level of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) would exhibit which of the following symptoms?

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-Darkening of the skin

28
Q

Calcitonin

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-Is synthesized by C cells of the thyroid gland

29
Q

Hypothyroidism (low level of thyroid hormone) results in high body temperature.

A

-False

30
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According to the virtual lab on effects of blood glucose level which you’ve performed, the slow, lethargic movements and difficulty moving are signs of hyperglycemia in fish.

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-False

31
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Insulin is produced by the pancreas when blood glucose (sugar) level increases.

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-True

32
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Oxytocin is secreted by the

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-Posterior Pituitary Gland

33
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Nina has been extremely tired lately. She feels overwhelmed with school and work, and lacks the motivation to participate in many of the fun activities she usually enjoys. She has noticed that she has gained weight, even though she doesn’t feel that she has changed her diet. A family friend, who is also a nurse, suggested that she see a physician, maybe an endocrinologist, because he thinks it may be a hormonal imbalance. Which gland or endocrine structure is most likely involved, based on the description of Nina’s symptoms?

A

-Thyroid

34
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______ are produced in the response to hormonal activation of G proteins.

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-Secondary Messengers.

35
Q

Which of these hormones increases blood glucose levels, increases lipid breakdown, but slows protein breakdown?

A

-Growth Hormone

36
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Insulin is secreted by the

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-Beta cells of the pancreatic islets.

37
Q

Exocrine glands differ from endocrine glands in that exocrine glands

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-Secrete through ducts or tubes to the body’s exterior or into a hollow organ

38
Q

___ Is inhibited by humoral stimuli

A

-Glucagon

39
Q

Removal of the anterior pituitary would affect the functioning of the

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-Thyroid gland

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