NUR 339: adrenal Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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NUR 339: adrenal Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded
medulla

Ans: releases catecholamines - epinephrine (adrenaline) and
norepinephrine*


what are functions of the medulla?

Ans: - Epinephrine released in "fight or flight"
- Regulate metabolic pathways to promote use of stored fuels
to meet caloric needs
- Induce release of fatty acids, increase metabolic rate, and
elevate blood glucose


cortex

Ans: - assists body response to stress
- Functioning adrenal cortex necessary for body functioning and
life


what 3 hormones does the cortex secrete?

Ans: Glucocorticoid - mainly cortisol*
Mineralocorticoid - mainly aldosterone*


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Sex hormones - mainly androgens


why doe we need a functioning adrenal cortex?

Ans: Without adrenal cortex function body would experience
severe stress leading to circulatory failure and shock


what is the adrenal cortex controlled by?

Ans: ACTH from anterior pituitary (hypothalamis)


what are the 2 hormones of the medulla?

Ans: epinephrine and norepinephrine


Glucocorticoid (corticosteroids): use

Ans: - suppress inflammatory response and allergic
responses**
- glucose metabolism
- metabolism of all body organs


Glucocorticoid (corticosteroids): AEs




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