Integumentary
An individual trying to lose weight would be focused on decreasing fat in what area of the body?
Hypodermis (subcutaneous layer)
#1?
Liver
Chemical molecules which travel through the bloodstream in order to affect body systems.
Hormones
This is known as the "master gland."
Pituitary gland
The presence of (LIPID SOLUBLE or WATER SOLUBLE) hormones activates a secondary messenger once the hormone binds with its receptor.
Water Soluble
TRUE or FALSE: Sweat glands are located within the epidermis.
FALSE. Sweat glands are located within the DERMIS.
A rise in blood glucose levels in the body would trigger which response from #2?
A. Decreased insulin secretion from the gallbladder
B. Decreased insulin secretion from the pancreas
C. Increased insulin secretion from the gallbladder
D. Increased insulin secretion from the pancreas
#2 is the pancreas, therefore:
D. Increased insulin secretion from the pancreas
In males, which hormones stimulate the formation of male characteristics?
Androgens
Occurs when two hormones work together to create a stronger action
Synergism
TRUE or FALSE: Besides the endocrine system, epinephrine also influences the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
TRUE
Fingerprint analysis, often used in forensic science, is due to the formation of papillae ridges located within which layer of the skin?
A. Stratum corneum of the epidermis
B. Stratum lucidum of the epidermis
C. Papillary of the dermis
D. Reticular of the dermis
C. Papillary of the dermis
#3?
Gallbladder
TRUE or FALSE: Hormones are mechanical messengers that travel through the bloodstream in order to affect body systems.
FALSE. Hormones are CHEMICAL messengers.
Unlike exocrine glands, endocrine glands.
A. Are ductless
B. Have ducts
C. Do not secrete hormones
D. Do not secrete directly into the blood
A. Are ductless
What condition is caused by an overproduction of T4?
Hyperthyroidism
Elastin and collagen can be found in what layer of the dermis?
Reticular layer of the dermis
#4?
Duodenum of the small intestine
Which of the following happen during puberty to individuals with high levels of estrogen?
- Breast development
- Deepening of voice
- Mood changes
- More hair growth
- Sperm production
- Widening of hips
- Prepares for pregnancy
- Breast development
- Mood changes
- Widening of hips
- Prepares for pregnancy
The adrenal glands and hormone secretions from the adrenal glands are regulated by which hormone?
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Which of the following is a function of progesterone?
A. Inhibits the release of FSH
B. Regulates the menstrual cycle
C. Maintains metabolism in females
D. Supports development of mammary glands
B. Regulates the menstrual cycle
Which is the correct order of epidermal layers on the elbow from deep to superficial?
stratum basale → stratum spinosum → stratum granulosum → stratum corneum
**stratum lucidum is only found on the palmar hands and plantar feet**
A patient has to have their gallbladder removed, when surgeons remove the gallbladder how will #5 be rerouted?
#5 is the biliary tract. Once the gallbladder is removed the biliary tract will connect the liver directly to the duodenum of the small intestine.
Which of the following describes growth hormone’s function in the body?
- Impacts skeletal and muscular growth and repair
- It regulates the reproductive systems
- It aids in metabolism
- It is secreted by the posterior pituitary
- Impacts skeletal and muscular growth and repair
- It aids in metabolism
1.) Which endocrine structure is also considered part of the brain? 2.) Which endocrine structure is not considered part of the brain but is located at the base of the skull beneath the brain?
1.) Hypothalamus
2.) Pituitary gland
A patient has a tumor in the pancreas causing it to secrete too much insulin. When the doctor checks the patient's blood sugar levels will the results show high blood sugar levels or low blood sugar levels?
LOW blood sugar levels. Too much insulin in the body results in high blood insulin levels, meaning the patient would show LOW blood sugar levels (this is also commonly known as hypoglycemia).