16. The Endocrine System

Which two body systems work together to release and transport hormones throughout the body?

What is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets in response to high blood sugar?

Which hormone promotes an increase in the activity of osteoclasts?

A disease of the adrenal glands will most likely affect which of the following processes?

Which organ system is primarily affected by the most commonly seen adverse side effect of typical antipsychotics?

Which statement accurately describes Type 2 diabetes?

Which of the following hormones primarily affects the reproductive organs?

Which instruction should be included in the teaching plan for a client taking amiodarone, considering its effects on the endocrine system?

The cell clusters in the zona fasciculata produce which of the following hormones?

Leptin is produced in fat cells and stimulates which of the following?

Which of the following conditions stimulates the pancreas to secrete insulin?

Which pancreatic cell is correctly matched to its secretion?

Which is one of the two primary thyroid hormones that influences the rate of metabolism?

Which of the following is an important educational point for a patient taking long-term corticosteroids?

Which structure in the endocrine system produces testosterone?