Disorders
A 47-year-old man went to see his doctor. From viewing family pictures, the patient's wife could see her husband's hands, lips, and nose had become enlarged. His chin also protrudes more than it used to. Following some laboratory studies, the doctor diagnosed the patient with:
Acromegaly
The pituitary gland is known as the:
Master Gland
The obstetrician instructs a new mother about the changes in her body. He explains that her breast milk production is the result of:
An organ that produces secretions called hormones is known as a:
Gland
A patient had his parathyroid glands surgically removed. This procedure can lead to a condition characterized by muscle twitching and seizures. The condition that the patient must be aware of is:
Tetany
Terri has an excessive appetite but has trouble gaining weight. She also has exophthalmos. What condition might she have?
Hyperthyroidism
The pancreas is also an organ of the:
Digestive System
The pregnant woman began to have contractions of the uterus in preparation for childbirth. What is the name of the hormone that initiated her contractions?
Oxytocin
The endocrinologist saw a patient whose parents were concerned about their 8-year-old child’s short stature. The physician suspects the child may have which deficiency?
Growth Hormone
Which gland is posterior to the sternum?
Thymus
A patient presented at the doctor’s office with hypertension, a buffalo hump, and moon face. These symptoms are indicative of:
Cushing's Syndrome
A small child was being chased by a large dog. Out of fear, the child ran really fast. Which gland enabled the child to get away from the dog?
Adrenal
Jackie complained to her doctor about nervousness and weight loss even though she has increased her food intake. Laboratory tests revealed that Jackie had an elevated level of which hormone?
Thyroxin
In an emergency situation, the fight-or-flight hormone will increase the heart rate and blood pressure. This hormone is:
Adrenaline
The adrenal glands are located directly above the kidneys and are:
Divided into the cortex and medulla
Janie has hyperglycemia and is being treated with insulin. Which of Janie’s endocrine glands is functioning inefficiently?
Pancreas
The thymus gland is also an organ of the:
Lymphatic System
On his way to work, the student witnessed a traffic accident. His heart rate increased and his mental alertness improved as he assisted the victims. The student’s response resulted from the release of:
Epinephrine
Which hormone is most likely deficient for a teenage girl who has undeveloped breasts and an absence of her first menstruation cycle?
Angela is becoming more and more tired and notices dry skin and weight gain. Her hairdresser told her that her hair is breaking off. She has noticed some swelling in her neck. Angela could have:
Hypothyroidism
Which endocrine structure includes the ovaries and the testes?
Gonads
Which gland is divided into anterior and posterior lobes?
Pituitary
A 19-year-old male who lacks chest hair development, a deepened voice, or increased muscle mass is most likely deficient in which hormone?
Testosterone
What endocrine gland contains the islets of Langerhans?
Pancreas
A diabetic patient who has a wound infection that is healing slowly may be started on a diet high in:
Protein