27 Questions
What is the primary cause of hypothyroidism in adults?
Hashimoto's Disease
What is the term for the slowing of growth and development in children due to hypothyroidism?
Cretinism
What is the term for the excessive accumulation of mucopolysaccharides in the skin, leading to a 'puffy face' appearance?
Myxedema
What is the term for the severe, life-threatening condition that can occur in patients with uncontrolled hypothyroidism?
Myxedematous coma
What is the treatment for hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?
Graves' Disease
What is the mechanism by which Graves' Disease leads to hyperthyroidism?
Production of thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulin
What is the term for the excessive production of thyroid hormones?
Thyrotoxicosis
What is the term for the failure of the thyroid gland to produce sufficient thyroid hormones?
Hypothyroidism
The most common cause of hypothyroidism is thyroidectomy.
False
Hypothyroidism is characterized by a rapid growth rate in children.
False
The presence of goiter is a symptom of secondary hypothyroidism.
False
Hyperthyroidism is often caused by a thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency.
False
Tertiary hypothyroidism is caused by a failure of the thyroid gland.
False
Myxedema is a symptom of hyperthyroidism.
False
The ratio of female to male prevalence of Hashimoto's Disease is 10:1.
False
Graves' Disease is more common in men than in women.
False
Levothyroxine is used to treat hyperthyroidism.
False
Match the following types of hypothyroidism with their causes:
Primary hypothyroidism = Thyroid gland failure Congenital hypothyroidism = Failure of the gland to form Secondary hypothyroidism = Pituitary gland failure Tertiary hypothyroidism = Hypothalamic failure
Match the following signs/symptoms with the corresponding condition:
Myxedema = Hypothyroidism Goiter = Hashimoto's Disease Cretinism = Hypothyroidism in infants Exophthalmos = Graves' Disease
Match the following causes with their corresponding effects on the thyroid gland:
Thyroidectomy = Removal of the thyroid gland Radiation therapy = Destruction of the thyroid gland Hashimoto's Disease = Autoimmune destruction of the thyroid gland Graves' Disease = Overstimulation of the thyroid gland
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Hyperthyroidism = Excessive production of thyroid hormones Hypothyroidism = Insufficient production of thyroid hormones Myxedema = Hard, non-pitting edema Cretinism = Hypothyroidism in infancy
Match the following conditions with their prevalence in different genders:
Graves' Disease = More common in women Hashimoto's Disease = 5:1 female to male prevalence Hypothyroidism = More common in women Hyperthyroidism = Equal prevalence in both genders
Match the following treatments with their corresponding conditions:
Levothyroxine = Hypothyroidism Thyroidectomy = Hyperthyroidism Radiation therapy = Thyroid cancer Immunosuppressants = Graves' Disease
Match the following complications with their corresponding conditions:
Myxedematous coma = Uncontrolled hypothyroidism Thyroid storm = Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism Goiter = Hashimoto's Disease Exophthalmos = Graves' Disease
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Hyperfunction = Excessive stimulation of the thyroid gland Hypofunction = Insufficient stimulation of the thyroid gland Hyperplasia = Abnormal growth of the thyroid gland Tumor = Abnormal growth of thyroid tissue
Match the following conditions with their corresponding symptoms:
Hypothyroidism = Slowing of metabolic functions Hyperthyroidism = Rapid heart rate and nervousness Graves' Disease = Exophthalmos and goiter Myxedema = Hard, non-pitting edema
Learn about disorders related to endocrine gland dysfunction, including hypofunction and hyperfunction. Understand the causes, types, and effects of thyroid gland disorders, such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Test your knowledge of endocrine system disorders!
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
