Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

PATHOLOGY > Endocrinology and Metabolism > Flashcards

Endocrinology and Metabolism Flashcards

1
Q

Which thyroid cancer is part of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN2)?
a. Medullary
b. Follicular
c. Papillary
d. Anaplastic

A

Medullary

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

The physical therapist can best provide adequate education for the importance of which one of the following aspects in the prevention of diabetes?
a. Alcohol intake
b. Diet rich in salt and cholesterol
c. Exercise
d. Weight gain

A

Exercise

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Physiologic effects of cortisol includes which one of the following?
a. Increases bone formation
b. Maintains normal blood pressure
c. Inhibits gastric secretion
d. Decreases urinary excretion

A

Maintains normal blood pressure

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Which hormone is responsible for calcium and phosphorus metabolism?
a. Calcitonin
b. Melatonin
c. Somatostatin
d. Oxytocin

A

Calcitonin

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Clinical manifestations of hypopituitarism include which one of the following?
a. Tall stature
b. Infertility
c. Hyperglycemia
d. Hyperthyroidism

A

Infertility

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Precipitating causes of diabetic ketoacidosis include the following EXCEPT:
a. Trauma
b. Compliance to insulin doses
c. Infection
d. Alcohol abuse

A

Compliance to insulin doses

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Smoking among diabetics result to which one of the following?
a. Has a positive effect on prognosis
b. With higher all-cause mortality rate than those who do not smoke
c. Worsens diabetes complications,
d. Decreases insulin resistance

A

Worsens diabetes complications

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing for protective sensation is performed for what condition?
a. Entrapment neuropathy
b. Sensorimotor neuropathy
c. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
d. Autonomic neuropathy

A

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

Adipose tissue can be classified as an endocrine gland because:
a. It secretes several hormones for metabolism and cellular growth.
b. It serves as a source of energy.
c. It simulates the hunger-satiety cycle of a person.
d. It regulates the body+IBk-s metabolic functions.

A

It secretes several hormones for metabolism and cellular growth

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Which one of the following is a cause of nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?
a. Drugs like lithium
b. Pituitary adenoma
c. Aneurysm
d. Autoimmune

A

Drugs like lithium

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is the most common form of hyperthyroidism?
a. Multinodular colloid goiter
b. Papillary thyroid carcinoma
c. Hashimoto thyroiditis
d. Graves disease

A

Graves disease

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What is the most common cause of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secretion?
a. Infection
b. Pituitary tumor
c. Ectopic ADH production by malignancies
d. Trauma

A

Ectopic ADH production by malignancies

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

Neural stimulation to the posterior pituitary provokes the secretion of what two effector hormones?
a. FSH and LH
b. Prolactin and ADH
c. ADH and oxytocin
d. Oxytocin and somatostatin

A

ADH and oxytocin

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What hormone is produced by the adrenal medulla and is involved in fight-or-flight response?
a. Calcitonin
b. Epinephrine
c. Norepinephrine
d. Somatostatin

A

Epinephrine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Changes in the neuroendocrine system at menopause have the following effects EXCEPT:
a. Regulation of cardiovascular functions
b. Regulation of mood, memory, cognition and behavior
c. Regulation of genitourinary functions
d. Control of reproductive and non-reproductive functions

A

Regulation of genitourinary functions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Aquatic physical therapy is contraindicated in which condition?
a. Hyperthyroidism
b. Addison disease
c. Conn syndrome
d. Hyperparathyroidism

A

Addison disease

17
Q

Which hormone is known as the hyperglycemic factor?
a. Somatomedin
b. Aylin
c. Glucagon
d. Insulin

A

Glucagon

18
Q

What is the most striking physical finding in primary adrenal insufficiency?
a. Muscle weakness
b. Tachycardia
c. Bone pain
d. Hyperpigmentation

A

Hyperpigmentation

19
Q

Diabetes mellitus may present with stiff-hand syndrome and limited joint motion syndrome which can be associated with what disorder?
a. Rheumatoid arthritis
b. SLE
c. Carpal tunnel syndrome
d. Scleroderma

A

Rheumatoid arthritis

20
Q

Endocrine glands that undergo anatomic changes in aging include the following EXCEPT:
a. Adrenal
b. Pineal
c. Parathyroid
d. Pituitary

A

Pineal

PATHOLOGY (17 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions