Target organs Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse correlates increased circulating levels of triiodothyronine and thyroxine to which physiological response? 1. Decreased secretion of thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) 2. Decreased secretion of thyrocalcitonin 3. Increased secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) 4. Increased secretion of parathyroid hormone - correct answer 1: 1. As levels of circulating T3 and T4 increase, the feedback to the hypothalamus is to decrease secretion of thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH). ...

Answer: 3 Correct Answer-The nurse is using a drug handbook to determine the indications for furosemide (Lasix). The term indications is defined as the: 1. Way a drug works on the target organs 2. Amount of the drug to be administered 3. Conditions for which a drug is approved. 4. Reason that the drug should not be given Answer: 3 Correct Answer-While completing the health history, the nurse asks the patient, "What medications do you take regularly?" Which drug name would the nurse ex...

endocrinology correct answer: Study of hormones and endocrine organs functions of the endocrine system correct answer: 1. control reproduction, development and growth 2. prepare the body to combat stress 3. maintain electrolyte and water balance and blood pressure 4. maintain nutrient balance (glucose) 5. regulate cell metabolism 6. increase or decrease cellular activity by changing: plasma membrane permeability, synthesis of proteins, enzyme functions, cellular secretions, rate of cel...

HESI LPN EXIT EXAMMEREGED FROM 2021/2022ACTUAL EXAMSBEST FOR 2023 ACTUAL EXAM REVIEW HESI PN Comprehensive Exam What intervention should the practical nurse (PN) implement to meet the physiologic integrity of a client during a manic episode of bipolar disorder? A. Provide the client with finger foods. B. Restrict the client's oral fluid intake. C. Give the client low-protein, low-calorie snacks. D. Interrupt the client's performance of rituals. A. Provide the client with finger foods. Duri...

MCAT METABOLISMWhile Hexokinase is present in most tissues, GLUCOKINASE is specifically present in ____________ in the liver and pancreatic _____________ cells (acts as a glucose sensor with GLUT2) hepatocytes; B-islet cells Metabolic state 3-5 hours after eating; marked by secretion of ____________ Postprandial; insulin Which state is also known as the ABSORPTIVE or most well-fed state and is marked by anabolism and Insulin release postprandial What 3 organs does insulin tar...

NAPSRx/CNPR Study Guide-Latest Update-The FDA regulates the introduction of new drugs and enforces U.S. drug laws. True Pharma companies must submit extensive data to the FDA demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of new drugs before receiving approval for sale. True Average review time for a new drug 18 months Define Off-label Usage of a medication for purposes other than the specific ones appearing on the label Toxicity The extent, quality, or degree to which a substance is poisonous...

BIO 254 FINAL EXAM Learning Outcomes Questions 100% VerifiedBIO 254 FINAL EXAM Learning Outcomes Questions 100% VerifiedBIO 254 FINAL EXAM Learning Outcomes Questions 100% VerifiedBIO 254 FINAL EXAM Learning Outcomes Questions 100% Verified Distinguish between endocrine and exocrine glands. -ANSWER Endocrine: - ductless (secretion --> blood) - secrete hormones -they control long term of target organs (pituitary and thyroid) Exocrine: - may or may not have ducts - secrete enzymes - c...

Central Nervous System - ANSWER "general" of the body; integration of sensory input and origin of motor responses • brain • spinal cord Peripheral Nervous System - ANSWER body; sensory input and motor output • nerves • sensory receptors • motor neurons sensory receptors - ANSWER Afferent neurons → Admit signals differentiated based on location • somatic • visceral somatic sensory receptors - ANSWER receptors and neurons that are located in the skin, skeletal ...

TCDHA A/P Test 4 Questions and Answers (Graded A) TCDHA A/P Test 4 Questions and Answers (Graded A) TCDHA A/P Test 4 Questions and Answers (Graded A) endocrine system - ANSWER-works with the nervous system to control and coordinate all other body systems consists of a groups of glands that produce hormones affects body systems by chemical stimuli hormones - ANSWER-chemical messengers that have specific regulatory effects on target cells (tissue) within the organs produce a s...

Pathophysiology: Endocrine SystemAll of the following organs have major endocrine function except? Spleen -Does secrete some hormones (controversial) The body contains two kinds of glands: (2) exocrine and endocrine _______: (sudoriferous-sweat, sebaceous, and digestive) secrete their products (enzymes, other) through ducts into hollow body cavities or onto body surfaces. Exocrine Gland ______: Secrete their products (hormones) directly into the blood circulatory system and ar...