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Fill in the blank regarding the negative feedback B
loop for thyroid hormone production: The ______________
produces TRH (Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone)
which causes the anterior pituitary gland to produce
_______________ which in turn causes the thyroid gland to
release _______ and _______.*
A. Thalamus, CRH (Corticotropin-releasing hormone)
TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and T4
B. Hypothalamus, TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone),
T3 and T4
C. Posterior pituitary gland, TSH (thyroid-stimulating
hormone), T3 and T4
D. Hypothalamus, CRH (Corticotropin-releasing
hormone), TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), T3
and TSH


A patient reports they do not eat enough iodine in D
their diet. What condition are they most susceptible
to?*
A. Pheochromocytoma
B. Hyperthyroidism
C. Thyroid Storm
D. Hypothyroidism

, A patient has an extremely high T3 and T4 level. D
Which of the following signs and symptoms DO NOT
present with this condition?*
A. Weight loss
B. Intolerance to heat
C. Smooth skin
D. Hair loss


A patient is being discharged home for treatment of C
hypothyroidism. Which medication is most
commonly prescribed for this condition?*
A. Tapazole
B. PTU (Propylthiouracil)
C. Synthroid
D. Inderal