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What is the primary function of mineralocorticoids (aldosterone)?

  • Conserving sodium and increasing fluid volume (correct)
  • Ridding the body of sodium and decreasing blood pressure
  • Conserving potassium and decreasing fluid volume
  • Ridding the body of potassium and increasing blood pressure

    • What stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal cortex during the body's response to stress?

  • Aldosterone from the adrenal cortex
  • Glucagon from the pancreas
  • Epinephrine from the adrenal medulla
  • ACTH from the anterior pituitary gland (correct)

    • Which cells within the pancreas secrete insulin?

  • Beta cells (correct)
  • Delta cells
  • Alpha cells
  • Gamma cells

    • What is the key function of insulin released by the pancreas?

    <p>Unlocking cells to allow glucose to enter and be used for energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland secretes gonadocorticoids, contributing to libido?

    <p>Adrenal cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mnemonic can be used to remember the hormones produced by the adrenal cortex?

    <p>MAKE GOOD SWEETS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?

    <p>Releasing epinephrine and norepinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the exocrine gland functions of the pancreas?

    <p>Release of amylase and lipase for digestion assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is imperative to combat hypoglycemia?

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

    What leads to brain death if not addressed?

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

    What can cause a secondary endocrine disorder?

    <p>Something wrong with the gland itself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a primary endocrine disorder?

    <p>Something wrong with the gland itself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is the only gland of the endocrine system that can be palpated?

    <p>Thyroid gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three hormones produced by the thyroid gland?

    <p>Triiodothyronine (T3), Thyroxine (T4), Calcitonin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Parathyroid hormone (PTH) do?

    <p>Raises serum calcium levels &amp; lowers phosphate levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the Adrenal glands sit?

    <p>On top of the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormones are released by the Adrenal Medulla during stress?

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

    What do epinephrine & norepinephrine cause during stress?

    <p>Increased cardiac contractions, Increased cardiac output, Increased HR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the target organs of Parathyroid hormone (PTH)?

    <p>Bones, Small intestine, Kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Calcitonin produced by the thyroid gland?

    <p>Lowers blood calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Parathyroid hormone (PTH) encourage the kidneys to do?

    <p>Reabsorb more calcium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Adrenal Cortex?

    <p>Produces corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Triiodothyronine (T3) do?

    <p>Regulates metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of Parathyroid hormone (PTH) on serum calcium levels?

    <p>Raises serum calcium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

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