HLT 250 Exam 3 Questions
with All Correct Answers
What does the hormone vasopressin regulate - Answer- Reabsorption of water by the
kidneys
The gonadotropins are the follicle-stimulating hormone and the luteinizing hormone -
Answer- True
Iodine is essential for the manufacture of the thyroid hormones - Answer- True
Which of the following is a symptom of iodism
-Metallic taste in the mouth
-Sore teeth and gums
-Symptoms of a head cold - Answer- All of the above
The full effects of thyroid hormone replacement therapy are usually apparent within 48
hours of beginning therapy - Answer- False
Antithyroid drugs are used to treat hypothyroidism - Answer- False
Male hormones are called androgens - Answer- True
The most potent of the endogenous estrogens is estradiol - Answer- True
Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of estrogens
-Chloasma
-Headache
-Changes in libido - Answer- All of the above
The gonadotropins are follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone - Answer-
True
During an oxytocin infusion, which of the following should be closely monitored
-Strength of contractions
-Duration of contractions
-Fetal heart rate - Answer- All of the above
When does the uterus have peak sensitivity to oxytocin - Answer- Immediately before
the birth of the infant
, Oxytocin is administered orally for starting labor contractions - Answer- False
Ergonovine and methylergonovine both increase the incidence of uterine bleeding -
Answer- False
When is a person most likely to develop type 2 diabetes - Answer- After the age of 40
Insulin insufficiency results in hypoglycemia - Answer- False
Corticotropin is used cautiously in children because it can - Answer- Inhibit skeletal
growth
What is an adverse reaction with menotropins
-Ovarian hyperstimulation
-Cramps and/or fullness
-Abdominal enlargement - Answer- All of the above
The pituitary gland secretes a number of hormones that regulate growth, metabolism,
the reproductive cycle, electrolyte balance, and water retention or loss - Answer- True
The glucocorticoids influence or regulate functions such as the immune response, the
regulation of glucose, fat and protein metabolism, and control of the anti-inflammatory
response - Answer- True
Which of the following is true regarding radioactive iodine
-It may cause hypothyroidism and require thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
-It may cause sore throat, swelling in the neck, and pain on swallowing
-It is contraindicated during pregnancy. - Answer- All of the above
Thyroid hormones are administered once daily, early in the morning, and preferably
before breakfast - Answer- True
Strong iodide solution can be diluted with water or fruit juice - Answer- True
In male patients, androgen therapy may be used as part of the treatment for inoperable
metastatic breast cancer - Answer- False
Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of androgens
-Gynecomastia
-Testicular atrophy
-Impotence - Answer- All of the above
Virilization in women is the most common reaction associated with anabolic steroids -
Answer- True
with All Correct Answers
What does the hormone vasopressin regulate - Answer- Reabsorption of water by the
kidneys
The gonadotropins are the follicle-stimulating hormone and the luteinizing hormone -
Answer- True
Iodine is essential for the manufacture of the thyroid hormones - Answer- True
Which of the following is a symptom of iodism
-Metallic taste in the mouth
-Sore teeth and gums
-Symptoms of a head cold - Answer- All of the above
The full effects of thyroid hormone replacement therapy are usually apparent within 48
hours of beginning therapy - Answer- False
Antithyroid drugs are used to treat hypothyroidism - Answer- False
Male hormones are called androgens - Answer- True
The most potent of the endogenous estrogens is estradiol - Answer- True
Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of estrogens
-Chloasma
-Headache
-Changes in libido - Answer- All of the above
The gonadotropins are follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone - Answer-
True
During an oxytocin infusion, which of the following should be closely monitored
-Strength of contractions
-Duration of contractions
-Fetal heart rate - Answer- All of the above
When does the uterus have peak sensitivity to oxytocin - Answer- Immediately before
the birth of the infant
, Oxytocin is administered orally for starting labor contractions - Answer- False
Ergonovine and methylergonovine both increase the incidence of uterine bleeding -
Answer- False
When is a person most likely to develop type 2 diabetes - Answer- After the age of 40
Insulin insufficiency results in hypoglycemia - Answer- False
Corticotropin is used cautiously in children because it can - Answer- Inhibit skeletal
growth
What is an adverse reaction with menotropins
-Ovarian hyperstimulation
-Cramps and/or fullness
-Abdominal enlargement - Answer- All of the above
The pituitary gland secretes a number of hormones that regulate growth, metabolism,
the reproductive cycle, electrolyte balance, and water retention or loss - Answer- True
The glucocorticoids influence or regulate functions such as the immune response, the
regulation of glucose, fat and protein metabolism, and control of the anti-inflammatory
response - Answer- True
Which of the following is true regarding radioactive iodine
-It may cause hypothyroidism and require thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
-It may cause sore throat, swelling in the neck, and pain on swallowing
-It is contraindicated during pregnancy. - Answer- All of the above
Thyroid hormones are administered once daily, early in the morning, and preferably
before breakfast - Answer- True
Strong iodide solution can be diluted with water or fruit juice - Answer- True
In male patients, androgen therapy may be used as part of the treatment for inoperable
metastatic breast cancer - Answer- False
Which of the following is a common adverse reaction of androgens
-Gynecomastia
-Testicular atrophy
-Impotence - Answer- All of the above
Virilization in women is the most common reaction associated with anabolic steroids -
Answer- True
