Endocrine System & Hormones
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Which of the following conditions is NOT a contraindication for somatropin (Growth Hormone) therapy?

  • Known allergy to somatropin
  • Acute illness post-heart surgery
  • Growth hormone deficiency (correct)
  • Closed epiphyses

A patient is experiencing swelling and joint pain after starting growth hormone (GH) therapy. What is the most likely cause of these adverse effects?

  • Cytochrome P450 interaction
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Insulin resistance
  • Antibody formation to GH (correct)

Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of Pegvisomant?

  • Inhibits GH secretion by increasing somatostatin release
  • Stimulates the release of GH from the anterior pituitary
  • Binds to GH receptors, blocking GH's effects (correct)
  • Inhibits gastrin, glucagon and insulin secretion

Why is caution advised when administering Pasireotide to patients with liver dysfunction?

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Which of the following is a primary therapeutic use for Chorionic Gonadotropin in males?

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A patient taking Bromocriptine is also prescribed erythromycin. What potential drug-drug interaction should the healthcare provider be aware of?

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A 10-year-old patient is diagnosed with hypopituitarism. Which of the following hormones would be the MOST appropriate replacement therapy to promote linear skeletal growth?

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Which of the following is the MOST likely effect of dopamine agonists on GH release in healthy individuals?

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Which of the following monitoring parameters is MOST important for a patient receiving Lanreotide?

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Which of the following best describes how Cosyntropin is used in clinical practice?

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A patient with acromegaly is unresponsive to both surgery and radiation therapy. Which medication is MOST appropriate for managing this patient's condition?

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What potential effect does growth hormone (GH) have on drugs metabolized by the cytochrome P450 enzyme system?

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A patient with liver dysfunction is prescribed Pasireotide. Why is caution warranted in this situation?

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Which of the following is an expected adverse effect of Thyrotropin Alpha?

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What is a primary clinical consideration when administering Chorionic Gonadotropin to a female patient for fertility treatment?

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A patient with a history of asthma is prescribed beclomethasone. What is the MOST likely route of administration for this medication?

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Why is it important to gradually taper corticosteroids after prolonged use?

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Which physiological effect is associated with mineralocorticoids?

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What is the MOST immediate treatment for a patient experiencing an adrenal crisis?

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What is the primary mechanism by which corticosteroids exert their anti-inflammatory effects?

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A patient taking corticosteroids long-term is at increased risk for which of the following?

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Which hormone directly controls the release of corticosteroids from the adrenal cortex?

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A patient with Cushing's syndrome may exhibit which of the following symptoms?

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Why are glucocorticoids typically reserved for short-term use?

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Which of the following conditions would be a contraindication for the use of corticosteroids?

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How do glucocorticoids affect protein metabolism?

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What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?

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Which factor can influence the diurnal rhythm of cortisol levels?

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A patient with diabetes is prescribed a corticosteroid. What potential adverse effect should the nurse monitor for?

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What is the expected interaction between Tolvaptan and telithromycin?

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How does the endocrine system primarily maintain internal homeostasis?

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What is the main role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

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Which of the following is an example of how the hypothalamus responds to maintain homeostasis?

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What is the primary function of the vascular network connecting the hypothalamus and the anterior pituitary?

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How does the rhythmic secretion pattern of pituitary hormones, such as ACTH, influence hormone therapy?

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A patient is diagnosed with a pituitary tumor causing overproduction of growth hormone (GH). Which of the following conditions is most likely to result from this hormonal imbalance?

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Which of the following best describes a negative feedback mechanism in the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis?

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Why might exogenous hormone administration complicate or disrupt normal endocrine function?

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A patient with HIV-associated lipodystrophy is prescribed Tesamorelin. What is the intended therapeutic action of this drug?

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Which of the following assessment findings would warrant caution when administering Nafarelin via nasal spray?

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Why are medications affecting either the endocrine or nervous system likely to have broad and unexpected effects?

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A patient is prescribed a GnRH agonist for prostate cancer. What is the expected initial effect on sex hormone levels, and how does this change with continued use?

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A patient is receiving a medication that crosses the placenta. Which of the following considerations is most important?

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How do lipotropins, produced by the pituitary gland, affect the body, and what is their known function in humans?

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What is the primary reason that Growth Hormone (GH) and Prolactin (PRL) do not follow typical negative feedback systems like other hormones?

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Why is it important to monitor drug levels when patients switch from a hyperthyroid to a euthyroid state while taking antithyroid medications?

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A patient with adrenal insufficiency is prescribed fludrocortisone. What therapeutic action of fludrocortisone makes it beneficial in treating this condition?

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How do thioamides, such as methimazole and propylthiouracil (PTU), work to treat hyperthyroidism?

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Why are mineralocorticoids, such as fludrocortisone, contraindicated in patients with severe heart failure?

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How does parathyroid hormone (PTH) increase serum calcium levels?

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A patient is prescribed levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. What education should the nurse provide regarding the timing of medication administration?

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A patient with hyperparathyroidism is being treated with calcitonin salmon. What potential adverse effect should the nurse monitor for specifically related to this medication?

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How does the feedback loop involving the hypothalamus, pituitary, and thyroid glands regulate thyroid hormone production?

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Why are bisphosphonates administered with caution to patients who have gastrointestinal issues?

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What is the primary mechanism by which radioactive iodine works in treating hyperthyroidism?

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A patient is diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism following a thyroidectomy. What combination of medications is typically prescribed to manage this condition?

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How does the chronic breakdown of fat for energy in individuals with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus contribute to metabolic complications?

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Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient who is prescribed bisphosphonates?

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Which adverse effect is particularly associated with propylthiouracil (PTU) compared to other thioamides used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?

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Why should mineral oil and cholestyramine be avoided or used with caution in patients taking parathyroid hormone agents?

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Which of the following statements correctly describes the roles of pancreatic islet cells in regulating blood glucose levels?

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How does insulin facilitate glucose uptake into cells?

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Which of the following is NOT a typical action of insulin?

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What role does adiponectin play in glucose regulation and cardiovascular health?

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What is the underlying cause of Type 1 diabetes?

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Which of the following is a primary characteristic of Type 2 diabetes?

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What does the HbA1c test measure, and why is it clinically significant in diabetes management?

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Which of the following complications is directly associated with the thickening of blood vessel walls due to uncontrolled diabetes?

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If a patient's fasting blood glucose (FBS) level is consistently above 126 mg/dL, how would this influence their diagnosis?

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What is Kussmaul respiration, and under what hyperglycemic condition does it typically occur?

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What are the initial steps in managing Type 2 diabetes?

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Which of the following symptoms is indicative of hyperglycemia?

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How does neuropathy, a complication of diabetes, typically manifest?

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What is the primary goal of using oral agents in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes?

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Which of the following defines hypoglycemia?

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Flashcards

Endocrine System

Maintains internal stability by releasing hormones.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced in small amounts and secreted into the bloodstream to regulate metabolic processes.

Hypothalamus

Coordinates nervous and endocrine responses for homeostasis and regulates the pituitary gland.

Pituitary Gland

Master gland; regulates other endocrine glands.

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MSH (Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone)

Influences skin color changes in animals.

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ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone)

Increases water retention in kidneys to regulate blood osmolarity.

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Oxytocin

Stimulates uterine contractions during labor and milk 'let-down'.

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Pituitary Hormones

Regulates growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

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Rhythmic Secretion

Release of hormones varies throughout the day.

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Endocrine Regulation

Hormone levels are regulated to maintain balance.

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Negative Feedback

When hormone levels are adequate, production slows down.

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Role of Hypothalamus

Stimulated by light, emotion, cortex activity, chemicals.

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Endocrine System Function

Disruptions can lead to disorders affecting body function.

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Hypothalamic Hormones

GHRH, TRH, GnRH, CRH, PRH

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Growth hormone (GH)

Tesamorelin stimulates this for HIV-related lipodystrophy.

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Pituitary Hormone Agents

Mimic or block pituitary hormone effects for replacement or diagnosis.

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Causes of GH Deficiency

Developmental issues or tumors affecting pituitary function.

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Adverse Effects of GH Agonists

Can cause inflammation, joint pain, hypothyroidism and insulin resistance.

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Cause of GH Hypersecretion

Pituitary tumors causing excessive GH release.

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Gigantism

Increased height in children due to GH excess before growth plate closure.

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Acromegaly

Enlargement of extremities and organs in adults due to GH excess after growth plates close.

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Acromegaly Drug Classes

Dopamine agonists, Somatostatin analogs, GH receptor antagonists.

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Bromocriptine

Inhibits GH secretion, increases somatostatin release. Used for acromegaly.

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Pegvisomant

GH analog that blocks GH receptor activity. For acromegaly when other treatments fail.

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Chorionic Gonadotropin

Mimics LH, stimulates sex hormone production. Used in hypogonadism and fertility treatments.

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Cosyntropin

Synthetic ACTH to test adrenal function. Rapid onset, but short duration.

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Pasireotide

Somatostatin analog inhibiting ACTH release to treat Cushing's. Also used for acromegaly.

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Thyrotropin Alpha

Synthetic TSH to aid thyroid cancer treatments.

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Desmopressin (DDAVP)

Synthetic ADH for DI, increasing water reabsorption.

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Corticosteroids

Hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, including androgens, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids.

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Mineralocorticoids

Regulate sodium and potassium balance; main one is aldosterone.

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Glucocorticoids

Regulate metabolism, immune function, and inflammation; main one is cortisol.

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Androgens

Male sex hormones, such as testosterone, also affect electrolytes and protein production

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ACTH

A hormone from the pituitary gland that controls corticosteroid release.

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CRH

Hormone from the hypothalamus that stimulates ACTH release.

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Cushing Syndrome

Condition caused by excessive adrenocortical hormones.

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Adrenal Insufficiency

Damage to adrenal glands or prolonged corticosteroid use.

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Adrenal Crisis

Occurs during stress with adrenal insufficiency, leading to shock and possible death.

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Aldosterone Function

Stimulate kidneys to reabsorb sodium and excrete potassium.

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Glucocorticoid Action

Block arachidonic acid metabolism, reducing prostaglandins and leukotrienes.

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Glucocorticoid Uses

For inflammation, cancer, or adrenal insufficiency.

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Prolonged Corticosteroid Effects

Infection risk, decreased healing, glucose elevation.

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Tapering Corticosteroids

Gradual reduction of corticosteroid dosage to allow adrenal recovery.

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Corticosteroid Contraindications

Acute infection, lactation, allergy to steroids.

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Fludrocortisone Action

Increases sodium reabsorption in renal tubules, leading to water retention and potassium excretion.

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Mineralocorticoid Contraindications

Allergy to the drug, severe hypertension, heart failure, cardiac disease, and lactation.

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Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance.

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Hyperthyroidism Symptoms

Weight loss, anxiety, heat intolerance.

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Thyroid Gland Function

Regulates metabolism, heat production, and calcium homeostasis.

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Thyroid Hormones Function

Regulates metabolism, oxygen consumption and growth, affects heart rate, body temperature, and enzyme systems.

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Thyroid Hormone Regulation

Via hypothalamic-pituitary axis, with negative feedback from thyroid hormone levels.

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Thyroid Agents Adverse Effects

Skin reactions, hair loss, symptoms of hyperthyroidism (arrhythmias, nervousness, anxiety).

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Thioamides

Inhibit thyroid hormone production; used for hyperthyroidism treatment.

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Iodine Solutions

High doses block thyroid hormone production; used in severe hyperthyroidism or as adjuncts to surgery.

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Parathyroid Glands

Located on the back of the thyroid gland; produce parathyroid hormone (PTH).

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PTH Actions

Stimulates osteoclasts to release calcium from bones, increases calcium absorption in intestines and kidneys.

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PTH (Parathyroid Hormone)

Elevates serum calcium levels.

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Calcitonin

Reduces serum calcium levels.

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Pancreatic Alpha Cells

Cells in the pancreas that release glucagon in response to low blood sugar.

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Pancreatic Beta Cells

Cells in the pancreas that release insulin in response to high blood sugar.

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Somatostatin

A hormone that inhibits the release of both insulin and glucagon.

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Insulin's Action

Stimulates glucose uptake into cells, promotes glycogen storage, and increases fat storage and protein synthesis.

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Adiponectin

Secreted by fat cells; increases insulin sensitivity and protects blood vessels.

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Type 1 Diabetes

Insulin deficiency due to beta cell destruction, requiring lifelong insulin therapy.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Insulin resistance, often linked to lifestyle factors, where the body doesn't respond well to insulin.

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Diabetes Basement Membrane Changes

Thickening of blood vessel walls due to uncontrolled diabetes, leading to various complications.

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Atherosclerosis (Diabetes)

Heart disease and stroke risk due to the thickening of blood vessel walls from diabetes.

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Retinopathy (Diabetes)

Vision loss due to damage to blood vessels in the retina caused by diabetes.

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Neuropathy (Diabetes)

Nerve damage, particularly in feet and legs, caused by diabetes.

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Nephropathy (Diabetes)

Kidney dysfunction due to damage to blood vessels in the kidneys caused by diabetes.

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Diabetes: Fasting Blood Glucose

A fasting blood glucose level greater than 126 mg/dL is diagnostic.

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HbA1c Test

Reflects average blood glucose levels over the past 3 months, used for diabetes management.

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Hyperglycemia

High blood sugar, common symptoms include fatigue, glycosuria, polyphagia, and polydipsia.

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Study Notes

Drugs Acting on the Endocrine System

  • The endocrine system works with the nervous system to maintain internal homeostasis.
  • It integrates body responses for internal and external environments.
  • The endocrine system is referred to as the "neuroendocrine system".

Endocrine Glands & Their Functions

  • Endocrine glands produce and secrete hormones into the bloodstream.
  • Hormones act as chemical messengers affecting body functions.
  • This system regulates growth, reproduction, metabolism, and electrolyte balance.

Hormones

  • Hormones produced in small amounts are secreted directly into the bloodstream.
  • Hormones travel to specific receptor sites in the body.
  • Hormones regulate metabolic processes to increase or decrease cellular functions.
  • Hormones break down after performing their action.

Types of Hormone Actions

  • Membrane-bound Hormones:
    • E.g., insulin acts quickly by interacting with cell receptors.
  • Intracellular Hormones:
    • E.g., estrogen enters cells and influences DNA, which causes longer-term effects.

Hypothalamus: The Master Gland

  • The hypothalamus coordinates both nervous and endocrine responses to maintain homeostasis
  • The hypothalamus monitors body functions to regulate temperature, thirst, hunger, water retention, blood and emotional reactions.
  • It is called the master gland because it regulates the pituitary gland.

Hypothalamus & Its Functions

  • The hypothalamus is located at the base of the forebrain and connects to the pituitary gland.
  • It regulates body functions through the autonomic, endocrine, and nervous systems.
  • The hypothalamus responds to internal and external homeostasis to maintain balance.

Realeasing Inhibiting Hormones

  • The hypothalamus hormones:
    • Growth hormone-releasing hormone (GH-RH)
    • Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
    • Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)
    • Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH)
    • Prolactin-releasing hormone (PRH)
  • Inhibiting hormone, such as:
  • GH release-inhibiting factor (somatostatin)
  • Prolactin-inhibiting factor (PIF) (possibly domaine)

Communication Between the Hypothalamus & Pituitary

  • The hypothalamus connects to the pituitary with two networks:
    • Vascular network allows releasing factors from pituitary.
    • Neural network enables ADH and oxytocin to posterior pituitary.
  • This system ensures hormones are released as needed to maintain balance.

Hypothalamus & Pituitary Interaction

  • The hypothalamus regulates the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
  • Pituitary hormones stimulate other endocrine glands in the body.
  • The hypothalamus can suppress hormone production when levels become too high.

Pituitary Gland

  • It is in the skull in the bony sella turcica, under a layer of dura mater.
  • There are three lobes: anterior, posterior, and intermediate.
  • Once called the "master gland." It is now seen as being regulated by the hypothalamus.

Pituitary Glands: Three Lobes

  • Anterior Lobe: Produces and secretes key hormones.
  • Posterior Lobe: Stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus.
  • Intermediate Lobe: Produces endorphins and enkephalins in response to pain and stress.

Anterior Pituitary

  • This section produces six major hormones:
    • Growth Hormone (GH)
    • Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
    • Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
    • Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
    • Prolactin (PRL)
    • Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH, also called thyrotropin)
  • It regulates growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

Hormonal Secretion From the Anterior Pituitary

  • Rhythmic secretion involves variable releases throughout the day, diurnal rhythm e.g., ACTH secretion peaks early morning (6-9 AM).
  • Secretion can be influenced by activity in the CNS and hypothalamic/peripheral endocrine gland hormones, drugs and diseases.

Additional Hormones From the Anterior Pituitary

  • Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone (MSH):
  • Important for skin color changes in animals.
  • It may play a role in nerve growth and development in humans.
  • Lipotropins:
    • Stimulate fat mobilization, but their role in humans is not fully understood.

Posterior Pituitary

  • Stores and releases two hormones produced by the hypothalamus:
    • Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin:
    • This hormone is releases in response to increased plasma osmolarity or decreased blood volume.
    • This increases water retention in the kidneys to regulate bold osmolarity.
    • Oxytocin:
    • Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions during labor.
    • It causes milk "let-down" in lactating women.
    • It is released in response to neurological stimuli and hormones.

Intermediate Lobe

  • This lobe produces endorphins and enkephalins.
  • These hormones are released in response to severe pain or stress.
  • They bind to specific receptors in the brainstem to pain perception.
  • They are also produced in peripheral and other of the brain. -The production of hormones is triggered by sympathetic stimulation, guided imagery, and exercise.

Pituitary Gland & Hypothalamys

  • The mechanisms for the hypothalamus to reguate the pituitary are based on the hypothalamus's function to regulates pituitary function through feedback. mechanisms
  • Hypothalamic mechanisms:
    • Hypothalamus signals the pituitary to release hormones.
    • The coordination controls many endocrine functions in the body

Disorders of the Pituitary Gland

  • Overproduction or underproduction of pituitary hormones can lead to disorders.
    • Growth problems include dwarfism and gigantism.
    • Thyroid dysfunction includes hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism -Reproductive issues include infertility and menustral irregularities

Endocrine Regulation

  • Hormones and Homestasis:
    • The body regulates functions to maintain homestasis
    • Smalll amounts of hormones ae release to meet the body/s needs
    • Regulation occurs through feeedback system with mainy negative feedbacks -Negative Feedback occurs in most and is regulated through hormones for negattive feedback
  • Adequate Hormone Levels:
    • Under Adequate hormone levels, production slows down
  • When is Hormone levels are fall, the productio increases

Hypothalamic Pituitary

  • The hypothalamus function is stimulated through light, emotion, cortex activity, and the use chemical substances.
  • The hypothalamus work with the pituitary to regulate hormones.
  • Negative feedback occurs as a process in the HPA.
    • The hypothalamus secretes releasing hormones to stimulate the pituitary.
    • Pituitary releases stimulating hormones for the glands.
    • Hormones back to hypothalmus and stops further hormone releasing

Throid Hormone Regulation

  • The Thyroid Hormone Regulation Process:
    • Release of TRH through the Hypothalamus for anterior pituitary action.
    • TSH Production: Released by anterior pituitary for thyroid glands release.
    • Thyroid Gland Activation: The gland is stimulated with thyroid.
    • Feedback that rising thyroid hormones stop action from hormones.

Complextities of the HP A

  • Multi level feeback system is applied through the whole body system.
  • Hypothalamus senses the levels for the TRH and TSH
  • Anterior can set TSH adjustmeents for hormone levels in the thyroid Multiple systems are applied for the hormones: Complication in theropy from the exogenous hormone levels through abnormal negative feed back

Other Pituitary & PRL Regulation

Different hormones can:

  • Growth hormone: Do not follow the feedback system of the hypothalymus.
  • Regulated inhibition of hormone levels: Stimulating hormones in the PFR for other hormones.
    • GH: Somatostatin inhibits the hormone through inhibiting factors -PR: PRL from the factor

Additional Regulation Forms

  • Pncrease insulin release for low blood glucose. Can release somatostatin in release to blood levels.
  • Parathryoid can relase hormones for the calcium levels in the blood.
  • The kideys also regulate hormones through local rates.

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