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What hormone is produced by alpha cells in the Islets of Langerhans?
What hormone is produced by alpha cells in the Islets of Langerhans?
- Somatostatin
- Insulin
- Cortisol
- Glucagon (correct)
How does insulin help lower glucose levels in the body?
How does insulin help lower glucose levels in the body?
- Inhibits breakdown of fats & proteins (correct)
- Requires Na+ for protein transport
- Increases glucose production
- Promotes gluconeogenesis
Which hormone inhibits the action of growth hormone?
Which hormone inhibits the action of growth hormone?
- Insulin
- Glucagon
- Somatostatin (correct)
- Cortisol
What is the main function of glucagon released by the alpha cells?
What is the main function of glucagon released by the alpha cells?
Which mineral is required for the production of insulin?
Which mineral is required for the production of insulin?
What characterizes Diabetes Mellitus?
What characterizes Diabetes Mellitus?
What is the role of T3 (Triiodothyronine) hormone secreted by the thyroid gland?
What is the role of T3 (Triiodothyronine) hormone secreted by the thyroid gland?
Which hormone is involved in regulating serum Ca++ levels secreted by the thyroid gland?
Which hormone is involved in regulating serum Ca++ levels secreted by the thyroid gland?
What diagnostic test is used to detect hyperthyroidism based on iodine uptake levels?
What diagnostic test is used to detect hyperthyroidism based on iodine uptake levels?
Which diagnostic test measures O2 consumption as an indirect indicator of metabolic rate?
Which diagnostic test measures O2 consumption as an indirect indicator of metabolic rate?
What is the characteristic feature of a hyperthyroid goiter?
What is the characteristic feature of a hyperthyroid goiter?
What is the primary role of dexamethasone in managing thyroid hormone release?
What is the primary role of dexamethasone in managing thyroid hormone release?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypothyroidism?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypothyroidism?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing body heat production?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing body heat production?
Which of the following is a common cause of hypothyroidism?
Which of the following is a common cause of hypothyroidism?
What is the primary role of propranolol in managing thyroid disorders?
What is the primary role of propranolol in managing thyroid disorders?
Which of the following is NOT a pharmacological treatment for hypothyroidism?
Which of the following is NOT a pharmacological treatment for hypothyroidism?
Which zone of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing aldosterone?
Which zone of the adrenal cortex is responsible for producing aldosterone?
Which hormones are primarily responsible for regulating carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism?
Which hormones are primarily responsible for regulating carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism?
What is the major source of androgens in women?
What is the major source of androgens in women?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of Addison's disease?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of Addison's disease?
What is the role of mineralocorticoids in the body?
What is the role of mineralocorticoids in the body?
What is a common symptom of Addison's disease?
What is a common symptom of Addison's disease?
What is the primary purpose of administering Mitotane to a patient with high plasma cortisol levels?
What is the primary purpose of administering Mitotane to a patient with high plasma cortisol levels?
What nursing intervention is essential for a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to prevent muscle weakness?
What nursing intervention is essential for a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to prevent muscle weakness?
What medication could be prescribed to a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to block cortisol receptors?
What medication could be prescribed to a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to block cortisol receptors?
Which medication regimen change may be necessary for a patient with prolonged corticosteroid therapy?
Which medication regimen change may be necessary for a patient with prolonged corticosteroid therapy?
What should be monitored in a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to prevent complications?
What should be monitored in a patient with high plasma cortisol levels to prevent complications?
What type of diet should be provided for a patient with high plasma cortisol levels?
What type of diet should be provided for a patient with high plasma cortisol levels?
