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What is the main function of the adrenal medulla?
What is the main function of the adrenal medulla?
- Releasing epinephrine and norepinephrine (correct)
- Stimulating the release of parathyroid hormone
- Producing cortisol to increase glucose levels
- Regulating the blood calcium level
What are the 2 different parts of the pituitary gland?
What are the 2 different parts of the pituitary gland?
- Hypophysis and neurohypophysis
- Cortex and medulla
- Adenohypophysis and neurohypophysis
- Anterior and posterior pituitary (correct)
What is the primary role of cortisol in the body?
What is the primary role of cortisol in the body?
- Increasing glucose levels (correct)
- Stimulating cell growth
- Promoting calcium absorption
- Regulating body temperature
What happens when there is a deficiency of the parathyroid gland?
What happens when there is a deficiency of the parathyroid gland?
What condition results from insufficient release or action of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
What condition results from insufficient release or action of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
What is the surgical procedure for the removal of the pituitary gland through the nose called?
What is the surgical procedure for the removal of the pituitary gland through the nose called?
What is the main drug used to treat hyperthyroidism?
What is the main drug used to treat hyperthyroidism?
What is the treatment for hyperparathyroidism?
What is the treatment for hyperparathyroidism?
Which condition is characterized by a rise in temperature to 106 degrees, increased pulse to 200+, and rapid respiratory rate?
Which condition is characterized by a rise in temperature to 106 degrees, increased pulse to 200+, and rapid respiratory rate?
What medication is used to treat Pheochromocytoma?
What medication is used to treat Pheochromocytoma?
What are the symptoms of type 1 diabetes?
What are the symptoms of type 1 diabetes?
Which hormone needs to be diluted and taken through a straw to avoid staining the teeth?
Which hormone needs to be diluted and taken through a straw to avoid staining the teeth?
What is the treatment for Cushing's Syndrome?
What is the treatment for Cushing's Syndrome?
What is the normal glucose range?
What is the normal glucose range?
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