Portage Pathophysiology Module 9 Exam With Solved Solutions 2024.

Portage Pathophysiology Module 9
Exam With Solved Solutions 2024.
What syndrome has an increased production of glucocorticoids? - Answer Cushing's



The following are common signs and symptoms of Cushing syndrome EXCEPT: - Answer hypoglycemia



Signs and symptoms of Addison's disease include each of the following EXCEPT: - Answer hyperglycemia



Addison's disease is due to which of the following: - Answer adrenal gland dysfunction



T/F: An endocrine hormone is released into circulation to act on a target organ. - Answer true



T/F: A paracrine action occurs when a hormone exerts an action on the cells that produced it. - Answer
false



T/F: Target cells must have receptors to recognize a hormone and translate the signal into a cellular
response. - Answer true



T/F: Hormones travel through the bloodstream attached to transport carriers only. - Answer false



What is the source of the hormone that plays a major role in the maintenance of body metabolism and
growth and development in children? - Answer thyroid



The posterior pituitary releases which of the following hormones? Select all that apply. - Answer ADH,
oxytocin



Type 1 diabetes mellitus is associated with each of the following characteristics EXCEPT: - Answer
gradual, subtle onset