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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?

Insulin (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

To regulate the secretion of steroid hormones (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Cortisol (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of somatostatin?

To delay intestinal absorption of glucose (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Adrenal androgens (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?

To secrete catecholamines (B) Signup and view all the answers

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