Parathyroid Disorders Quiz
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Which of the following is a component of plasma?

  • Arachidonic acid
  • Hemoglobin
  • Thrombin
  • Water (correct)
  • Which of the following is a function of neutrophils?

  • Release histamine
  • Transport lipids
  • Produce antibodies
  • Kill eukaryotes (correct)
  • Which of the following is a role of arachidonic acid?

  • Produces antibodies
  • Converts to inflammatory chemicals (correct)
  • Promotes inflammation
  • Transports lipids
  • Which enzyme is responsible for turning fibrinogen into fibrin?

    <p>Thrombin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of platelets during the clotting process?

    <p>To form a temporary plug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of blood vessels take blood back to the heart?

    <p>Veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the adrenal cortex releases mineralocorticoids (aldosterone)?

    <p>Zona Glomerulosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the adrenal cortex releases glucocorticoids (cortisol)?

    <p>Zona Fasciculata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the adrenal cortex releases androgens?

    <p>Zona Reticularis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wave in the ECG represents the repolarization of the ventricles and marks the beginning of ventricular relaxation?

    <p>T wave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation for cardiac output (CO)?

    <p>CO = SV x HR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of blood vessels is mostly made up of connective tissue?

    <p>Tunica external</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the adrenal medulla and stimulates the fight or flight response?

    <p>Epinephrine/norepinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the kidney into the bone marrow and stimulates the production of red blood cells?

    <p>EPO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the pancreas in response to increased blood glucose levels and lowers blood glucose levels?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone causes water reabsorption in the collecting duct?

    <p>ADH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete aldosterone?

    <p>Angiotensin II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the kidneys in response to low blood pressure?

    <p>Renin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone causes Na+ reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule?

    <p>Aldosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by excess PTH secretion and can lead to soft, fragile, and deformed bones?

    <p>Hyperparathyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by rapid decline in blood calcium levels, leading to fatal tetany in 3-4 days?

    <p>Hypoparathyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for excess cortisol secretion in Cushing syndrome?

    <p>Cortisol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nephron is responsible for reabsorption of glucose, amino acids, water, bicarbonate, and calcium?

    <p>Proximal tubule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is released from the posterior pituitary and stimulates milk release?

    <p>Oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of prostaglandins in blood pressure regulation?

    <p>Vasoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of a blocked coronary artery?

    <p>Atherosclerosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to blood pressure during exercise?

    <p>Increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major component of blood plasma?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of erythrocytes (red blood cells)?

    <p>To carry hemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of arachidonic acid in the response to vascular damage?

    <p>Converts to inflammatory chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the primary function of platelets during the clotting process?

    <p>To seal small openings in the damaged blood vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a major difference between veins and arteries?

    <p>Veins contain valves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the adrenal cortex releases glucocorticoids?

    <p>Zona Fasciculata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for excessive urination and buildup of ketones in Type I diabetes?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is characterized by thickening of bones and soft tissues, especially in the hands, feet, and face, due to excess growth hormone during adulthood?

    <p>Acromegaly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the adrenal medulla and stimulates the fight or flight response?

    <p>Epinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for excess cortisol secretion in Cushing syndrome?

    <p>Cortisol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the pancreas in response to increased blood glucose levels and lowers blood glucose levels?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates the development of male sex characteristics and sperm production?

    <p>Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of lymph nodes?

    <p>Transporting lymph fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is responsible for vasoconstriction and increases blood pressure?

    <p>Prostaglandins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of a blocked coronary artery?

    <p>Myocardial infarction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the posterior pituitary and stimulates milk release?

    <p>Oxytocin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the kidney holds urine?

    <p>Medulla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for excess cortisol secretion in Cushing syndrome?

    <p>Adrenocorticotropic hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the glomerulus in the nephron?

    <p>Filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone causes water reabsorption in the collecting duct?

    <p>Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for stimulating hunger and is produced in the stomach?

    <p>Ghrelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates in the mouth?

    <p>Amylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the liver and is responsible for stimulating the stomach and slowing down the small intestine?

    <p>Gastrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ is responsible for producing sperm and testosterone in males?

    <p>Testis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the T wave in the ECG represent?

    <p>Repolarization of the ventricles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation for calculating pulse pressure?

    <p>Pulse Pressure = Systolic Pressure - Diastolic Pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equation for calculating mean arterial pressure (MAP)?

    <p>MAP = (Systolic Pressure + Diastolic Pressure) / 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of plasma?

    <p>Hemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukocyte is responsible for releasing histamine and stimulating immune response?

    <p>Basophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of platelets in the response to vascular damage?

    <p>Form blood clots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for turning fibrinogen into fibrin?

    <p>Thrombin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following hormones is responsible for vasoconstriction and increases blood pressure?

    <p>Epinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for excessive urination and buildup of ketones in Type I diabetes?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones is responsible for stimulating the release of cortisol and regulating metabolism and the stress response?

    <p>ACTH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the anterior pituitary and stimulates the production of sex hormones by the gonads?

    <p>LH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lymph nodes?

    <p>To fight infection and prevent it from going into the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the adrenal medulla and stimulates the fight or flight response?

    <p>Epinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood glucose levels?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the pineal gland and aids in sleep cycles?

    <p>Melatonin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consequence of hyperparathyroidism?

    <p>Decreased PTH secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of Cushing syndrome?

    <p>Abnormal fat deposition around face and neck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT)?

    <p>Amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the adrenal cortex releases mineralocorticoids, specifically aldosterone?

    <p>Zona Glomerulosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enzyme is responsible for converting testosterone into estrogen?

    <p>Aromatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is characterized by excessive growth hormone (GH) during adulthood, leading to the thickening of bones and soft tissues, especially in the hands, feet, and face?

    <p>Acromegaly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major difference between normal action potentials and cardiac action potentials?

    <p>Normal action potentials have a resting potential, unlike cardiac action potentials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct equation for calculating pulse pressure?

    <p>Pulse Pressure = Systolic Pressure - Diastolic Pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major factor that affects stroke volume?

    <p>Venous return</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hormones stimulates hunger and is produced in the stomach?

    <p>Ghrelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for blocking hunger and is produced by fat cells?

    <p>Leptin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released by the liver and stimulates the stomach while slowing down the small intestine?

    <p>Gastrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates in the mouth?

    <p>Amylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of chylomicrons?

    <p>Package of fat delivered from intestines to lymph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipoprotein is made in the liver and represents fat and cholesterol being delivered to the body?

    <p>LDL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipoprotein is made in the liver and picks up fat and cholesterol to be eventually destroyed in the liver?

    <p>HDL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is released when chyme enters the small intestine and slows down the stomach?

    <p>CCK</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells in the stomach secrete pepsinogen/pepsin?

    <p>Chief cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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