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What is a hormone and how does it act? Hormones are chemical messengers that are responsible for regulation. They are secreted into body fluids, mainly blood. It has specific actions on target tissues, which are any tissue that has specific receptors for that particular hormone. Understand the role of negative feedback in control of hormone secretions A control mechanism in which rising level of a hormone leads to a decrease in hormone secretion What is paracrine? A chemical mes...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

Addison's disease - A rare, chronic endocrine disorder in which the adrenal glands do not produce sufficient steroid hormones. (adrenocortical insufficiency) Addision's Disease - Most common cause of this disease is autoimmune or idiopathic atrophy of adrenal glands. Addison's Disease - John has Tuberculosis. He is now experiencing muscle weakness, low serum sodium, bronzing of the skin and low blood glucose. What condition does the nurse suspect he has? antidiuretic hormone...

Portage Learning BIOD 151 All exams Module 1-7 answer key provided 100% Correct Responses Portage Learning BIOD 151 All exams Module 1-7 answer key MODULE 1 All multiple choice questions have one answer unless otherwise specified. Choose the best response to the question with the information provided. 1. What is the study of the structure of the human body? A. Anatomy B. Physiology C. Anabolism D. Catabolism E. Metabolism A. Anatomy 2. B. The liver is an example of the organ level...

NURSING 3313 Exam 5 Review-pharm Questions and Answers • Hypothalamus and pituitary o Hypothalamus secretes releasing hormones to the pituitary o Pituitary hormones go to specific tissues o For instance: ▪ Hypothalamus secretes thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)…telling the pituitary to secrete thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)…TSH is secreted and acts on the thyroid to stimulate thyroid hormone secretion o The hypothalamus is the coordinating center for the nervous and en...

NURSING 3313 Exam 5 Review-pharm Questions and Answers • Hypothalamus and pituitary o Hypothalamus secretes releasing hormones to the pituitary o Pituitary hormones go to specific tissues o For instance: ▪ Hypothalamus secretes thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)…telling the pituitary to secrete thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)…TSH is secreted and acts on the thyroid to stimulate thyroid hormone secretion o The hypothalamus is the coordinating center for the nervous and en...

NCSBN – Lesson 8F: Endocrine System Study Guide Brittle hair, lanugo and amenorrhea are findings associated with anorexia nervosa. The lanugo and amenorrhea are a result of the decreased levels of estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). Other physical findings include reduced metabolic rate, constipation, dry skin, hypotension and bradycardia. Dental erosion, due to vomiting, is seen in both bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa; however, diarrhea is associated with laxative abuse and ...