Physical Assessment and Urine Tests

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What is the primary function of glucocorticosteroids like cortisol?

  • To increase sodium reabsorption and potassium loss by the kidney
  • To serve as neurotransmitters for the sympathetic nervous system
  • To stimulate the metabolism of all nutrients and regulate blood glucose levels (correct)
  • To increase the release of glucose from the liver

Which hormone is responsible for the 'fight-or-flight response'?

  • Insulin
  • Epinephrine (correct)
  • Cortisol
  • Aldosterone

What is the main function of mineralocorticosteroids like aldosterone?

  • To serve as neurotransmitters for the sympathetic nervous system
  • To regulate blood glucose levels
  • To stimulate the metabolism of all nutrients
  • To increase sodium reabsorption and potassium loss by the kidney (correct)

Which hormone is produced by the pancreas and lowers blood glucose levels?

<p>Insulin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?

<p>To regulate the secretion of steroid hormones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of catecholamines like epinephrine and norepinephrine?

<p>To regulate metabolic pathways to promote catabolism of stored fuels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is produced by the adrenal cortex and has anti-inflammatory action?

<p>Cortisol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of somatostatin?

<p>To delay intestinal absorption of glucose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is converted to testosterone and dihydrotestosterone in the periphery?

<p>Adrenal androgens (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?

<p>To secrete catecholamines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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