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ENDOCRINE SYSTEM Flashcards

1
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What is the function of the endocrine system

A

To release hormones into the blood while monitoring levels

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2
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PINEAL GLAND

A

Makes and releases melatonin
Regulates cicadium rhythm

Found: in brain

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PITUITARY GLAND

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Makes hormones and tells other endocrine system glands to release hormones

FUNCTION: growth/metabolism/reproduction/Cortisol/labor/birth/lactation

(Honestly this bitch does so much)

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4
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Thyroid gland

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Hormones for metabolism

Butterfly shaped gland at front of neck

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5
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Parathyroid glands

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Release parathyroid hormone - controls level of Ca+ in blood

(4 glands)

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6
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Adrenal glands

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Adrenaline/noradrenaline

Where: top of kidneys

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7
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Hypothalamus

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Links endocrine and nervous system

This bitch just wants to maintain homeostasis

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8
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Pancreas

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Maintains BGL and aids food digestion

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9
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Above what ketone level is DKA considered

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0.6

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10
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Polyuria

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Frequent urination

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Polydipsia

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Frequent/excessive thirst

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Polyphagia

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Intense hunger

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13
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Kussmaul breathing

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Rapid, deep breathing

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14
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Micturition

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Discharge of urine from the bladder

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15
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What is Addison’s disease

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AKA: primary adrenal insufficiency

Adrenal glands don’t produce enough hormone cortisol and aldosterone

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16
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What medication can be given for adrenal insufficiency

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Hydrocortisone 100mg IM

17
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Cystitis

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Bladder infection

18
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Pyelonephritis

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Kidney infection

19
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What is glycogenesis?

A

Formation of glycogen from sugar (can be stored to use later)

20
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Glycogenolysis

A

Breakdown of glycogen into glucose

21
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What is glycolysis

A

The breakdown of glucose

(It does stuff after it breaks down but that’s too complicated and confusing for a girl like me)

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