Question 1

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of someone with Addison disease?

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A)   cells unable to take up glucose
B)   increased breakdown of fats and protein
C)   frequent urination
D)   sugar in the urine
E)   bronzing of the skinF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary via

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A)   nerve stimulation.
B)   blood osmotic concentrations.
C)   blood glucose concentrations.
D)   sending hormones through a portal system.
E)   ACTH.F) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 3

In the following pairs, which lists the first messenger followed by a second messenger?

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A)   insulin; glucagon
B)   ACTH; cortisol
C)   TSH; thyroxin
D)   glucose; insulin
E)   peptide hormone; cAMPF) A) and E)
G) C) and D) E

Question 4

Aspirin interferes with the synthesis of which molecule?

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A)   leptin
B)   growth factors
C)   prostaglandins
D)   melatonin
E)   thymosinsF) None of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 5

The role of the second messenger is to carry the message of the hormone on to surrounding cells.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The part of the brain controlling the anterior pituitary gland secretions is the

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A)   medulla.
B)   thalamus.
C)   cerebral cortex.
D)   hypothalamus.
E)   cerebellum.F) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 7

Which of the following hormones is considered a mineralcorticoid?

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A)   cortisol
B)   insulin
C)   thyroxin
D)   aldosterone
E)   parathyroid hormoneF) B) and D)
G) A) and C) D

Question 8

List the six hormones produced by the anterior pituitary and indicate their primary function.

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Question 9

Leptin, growth factors, and prostaglandins are hormones produced in places other than the "glands."

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Where are the adrenal glands located?

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A)   near the thyroid gland
B)   near the kidneys
C)   near the posterior pituitary
D)   near the pancreas
E)   near the gonadsF) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 11

Which hormone is mismatched?

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A)   thyroxin-thyroid
B)   parathyroid-calcium
C)   insulin-glucose
D)   aldosterone-iodine
E)   thymus-thymosinF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 12

Which group of pituitary hormones will act upon other endocrine glands?

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A)   TSH, ACTH, and gonadotropic hormones
B)   TSH, ADH, and gonadotropic hormones
C)   oxytocin, ACTH, and gonadotropic hormones
D)   ADH, oxytocin, and gonadotropic hormones
E)   PRL, MSH, and gonadotropic hormonesF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 13

What is an endocrine function of the pancreas?

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A)   The pancreas secretes glucagon that stimulates the liver to break down glycogen to glucose.
B)   The pancreas secretes glucagon that stimulates the liver to break down glucose into glycogen.
C)   The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the small intestine.
D)   The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the stomach.
E)   The pancreas secretes digestive juices into the large intestine.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 14

Which statement is correct about PTH?

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A)   When calcium level rises, PTH secretion is activated.
B)   When calcium level lowers, PTH secretion is stimulated.
C)   PTH has the same effect as calcitonin.
D)   PTH inhibits calcium absorption from the gut.
E)   PTH decreases the activity of osteoclasts.F) A) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 15

The beta cells of the pancreas produce somatostatin, the alpha cells produce glucagon, and the delta cells produce insulin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Hormones

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A)   are generally released into interstitial fluid.
B)   help regulate the function of all the body systems.
C)   influence the metabolism of cells.
D)   are an essential component of the body's response to stress.
E)   All of the answer choices accurately describe hormones.F) A) and D)
G) None of the above E

Question 17

In contrast to most other hormones, oxytocin has what unique property?

Accepted Answer

A)   Oxytocin only has one effect on one tissue.
B)   Oxytocin is a sex hormone found in equal amounts in both males and females.
C)   The action of oxytocin builds in a positive feedback loop, rather than maintaining an equilibrium.
D)   Oxytocin affects all cells in the human body, not just one target tissue.
E)   Oxytocin is produced by the embryo and transferred across the placenta to the mother.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 18

The thyroid is in the abdomen, on top of the kidneys.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Prostaglandins

Accepted Answer

A)   are distributed by blood like other hormones.
B)   cause muscles to relax.
C)   alleviate pain.
D)   are proteins produced in the brain.
E)   act locally.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 20

In the past, the parathyroid glands were sometimes mistakenly removed during surgery when another part of the body was removed. Which part was intended to be removed?

Accepted Answer

A)   thyroid
B)   tonsils
C)   adenoids
D)   appendix
E)   uterusF) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

Exam 20: Endocrine System

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of someone with Addison disease?

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The hypothalamus controls the anterior pituitary via

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In the following pairs, which lists the first messenger followed by a second messenger?

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Aspirin interferes with the synthesis of which molecule?

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The role of the second messenger is to carry the message of the hormone on to surrounding cells.

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The part of the brain controlling the anterior pituitary gland secretions is the

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Which of the following hormones is considered a mineralcorticoid?

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List the six hormones produced by the anterior pituitary and indicate their primary function.

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Leptin, growth factors, and prostaglandins are hormones produced in places other than the "glands."

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Where are the adrenal glands located?

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Which hormone is mismatched?

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Which group of pituitary hormones will act upon other endocrine glands?

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What is an endocrine function of the pancreas?

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Which statement is correct about PTH?

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The beta cells of the pancreas produce somatostatin, the alpha cells produce glucagon, and the delta cells produce insulin.

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Hormones

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In contrast to most other hormones, oxytocin has what unique property?

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The thyroid is in the abdomen, on top of the kidneys.

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Prostaglandins

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In the past, the parathyroid glands were sometimes mistakenly removed during surgery when another part of the body was removed. Which part was intended to be removed?

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