Module 6 Flashcards
Thyroid hormones are made from the amino acid _______.
a. glycine.
b. tyrosine.
c. alanine.
d. tryptophan.
b. tyrosine.
What condition can occur in childrenif there is an iodine deficiency?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
a. hypothyroidism
In which condition do ketones build up in the blood, causing poisoning and if left untreated will eventually result in coma and ultimately death?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
c. diabetes mellitus
Chronic elevations in blood sugar can lead to …
a. cataracts.
b. neuropathy.
c. retinopathy.
d. all of the above
d. all of the above
In which condition are there pink or red tender streaks extending from the infected area to the group of draining lymph nodes?
a. tonsillitis
b. pharyngitis
c. lymphangitis
d. sore throat
c. lymphangitis
Which condition is characterized in children by excessive thirst, lack of energy, and weight loss?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
c. diabetes mellitus
Which vitamin is important in the prevention of rheumatic fever?
a. vitamin E
b. vitamin A
c. vitamin C
d. vitamin D
c. vitamin C
Which condition is characterized by weight loss despite over eating, nervousness, irritability, fatigue, weakness, rapid pulse, rapid breathing, and excessive perspiration?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
b. hyperthyroidism
What percentage of diabetics are obese?
a. 30 percent
b. 50 percent
c. 75 percent
d. 90 percent
d. 90 percent
Which condition in adults manifests as dry hair, dry skin, weight gain, constipation, cold feet in bed, and general lethargy?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
a. hypothyroidism
In which condition is insulin is present, often in higher than normal amounts, but the cells do not respond well to it?
a. type II diabetes
b. type I diabetes
c. diabetes insipidus
d. hyperthyroidism
a. type II diabetes
Another name for Type I Diabetes is …
a. non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
b. insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM).
c. diabetes insipidus.
d. maturity-onset diabetes.
b. insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM).
Which trace mineral plays a major role in the sensitivity of cells to insulin?
a. chromium
b. molybdenum
c. copper
d. selenium
a. chromium
Rheumatic fever is a serious complication that can develop two to three weeks after …
a. tonsillitis.
b. strep throat.
c. lymphangitis.
d. sore throat.
b. strep throat.
Which vitamin may be helpful in diabetic neuropathy?
a. vitamin E
b. vitamin B6
c. vitamin B12
d. both b and c are helpful
d. both b and c are helpful
Which condition is due to a lack of production of insulin?
a. type II diabetes
b. type I diabetes
c. diabetes insipidus
d. hyperthyroidism
b. type I diabetes
Which condition is supported by five or six mini-meals daily: Breakfast, mid morning snack, lunch, mid afternoon snack, and dinner?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
c. diabetes mellitus
Which condition is an inflammation of the lymph tissue that guards the entrance to the respiratory and digestive systems?
a. tonsillitis
b. strep throat
c. lymphangitis
d. sore throat
a. tonsillitis
Inulin, a slow burning carbohydrate, is found in herbs helpful for …
a. hypothyroidism.
b. hyperthyroidism.
c. diabetes mellitus.
d. diabetes insipidus.
c. diabetes mellitus.
Measuring basal body temperature is the most sensitive functional test of ________ function.
a. pancreas.
b. pituitary.
c. thyroid.
d. adrenal.
c. thyroid.
Another name for Type II diabetes is …
a. non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
b. insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM).
c. diabetes insipidus.
d. childhood diabetes.
a. non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
Which vitamin is important in the prevention of rheumatic fever?
a. vitamin E
b. vitamin A
c. vitamin C
d. vitamin D
c. vitamin C
Over 90 percent of all cases of sore throat are caused by …
a. bacteria.
b. viruses.
c. fungus.
d. streptococci.
b. viruses.
What condition can occur in childrenif there is an iodine deficiency?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
a. hypothyroidism
Changing your toothbrush often can decrease your chances of getting …
a. tonsillitis.
b. sinusitis.
c. lymphangitis.
d. sore throat.
d. sore throat.
In which condition is insulin is present, often in higher than normal amounts, but the cells do not respond well to it?
a. type II diabetes
b. type I diabetes
c. diabetes insipidus
d. hyperthyroidism
a. type II diabetes
Which condition is characterized by the passing of great quantities of almost colorless urine?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
d. diabetes insipidus
Septicemia is a serious complication that can sometimes occur with which condition?
a. tonsillitis
b. pharyngitis
c. lymphangitis
d. sore throat
c. lymphangitis
What condition can sometimes lead to a life threatening condition known as thyroid storm?
a. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism
c. diabetes mellitus
d. diabetes insipidus
b. hyperthyroidism
