Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
An excess of _____ after puberty causes acromegaly.
A
growth hormone
2
Q
The main function of the thyroid is _____.
A
metabolism
3
Q
Dietary _____ is needed for the thyroid to work correctly
A
iodine
4
Q
____ and _____ are regulated by the parathyroid.
A
Calcium
phosphorus
5
Q
Cushing’s disease is a (n) excess of ___
A
cortisol
6
Q
The ____ is connected to the hypothalamus and regulates endocrine function
A
pituitary
7
Q
In SIADH, the client will have _____ and Fluid Volume ______
A
oliguria
Overload
8
Q
DI is a lack of ______ causing ______
A
vasopressin
diuresis
