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What is the primary function of parathormone in the body?
What is the primary function of parathormone in the body?
- To increase phosphorus absorption
- To stimulate adrenal medulla function
- To lower blood calcium levels
- To increase calcium absorption from kidney, intestine, and bone (correct)
Which gland is responsible for the production of glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids?
Which gland is responsible for the production of glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids?
- Adrenal medulla
- Adrenal cortex (correct)
- Thyroid gland
- Pituitary gland
What is the primary role of the adrenal medulla in the autonomic nervous system?
What is the primary role of the adrenal medulla in the autonomic nervous system?
- Regulation of blood sugar levels
- Functions as part of the autonomic nervous system (correct)
- Production of thyroid hormones
- Production of androgens
Which diagnostic test is used to measure thyroid hormones directly in the blood?
Which diagnostic test is used to measure thyroid hormones directly in the blood?
Which condition is associated with an underactive thyroid gland?
Which condition is associated with an underactive thyroid gland?
What is a potential management option for Hypoparathyroidism?
What is a potential management option for Hypoparathyroidism?
Which treatment option is recommended for a patient in acute hypercalcemic crisis?
Which treatment option is recommended for a patient in acute hypercalcemic crisis?
What is a common manifestation of hyperparathyroidism?
What is a common manifestation of hyperparathyroidism?
What is a key aspect of managing Hyperparathyroidism?
What is a key aspect of managing Hyperparathyroidism?
Which substance is used to increase serum calcium levels in the management of Hypoparathyroidism?
Which substance is used to increase serum calcium levels in the management of Hypoparathyroidism?
What is a potential treatment for Hypoparathyroidism?
What is a potential treatment for Hypoparathyroidism?
Which surgery involves the removal of parathyroid glands or parathyroid tumors?
Which surgery involves the removal of parathyroid glands or parathyroid tumors?
What is a common clinical manifestation of hyperparathyroidism?
What is a common clinical manifestation of hyperparathyroidism?
Which sign is used to induce carpopedal spasm in the assessment of hypoparathyroidism?
Which sign is used to induce carpopedal spasm in the assessment of hypoparathyroidism?
What is a common symptom of hypoparathyroidism?
What is a common symptom of hypoparathyroidism?
Which diagnostic test is typically used to evaluate adrenocortical insufficiency?
Which diagnostic test is typically used to evaluate adrenocortical insufficiency?
What is the treatment of choice for hyperthyroidism?
What is the treatment of choice for hyperthyroidism?
Which symptom is commonly associated with hyperparathyroidism?
Which symptom is commonly associated with hyperparathyroidism?
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