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WorksheetsEndocrine System
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 7mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Control of the pituitary gland is primarily from
a)
The intestines
b)
The environment
c)
The Hypothalamus
d)
Salivation
2.
Where are the adrenal glands located?
a)
One on each side of the larynx
b)
On top of the kidneys
c)
Behind the orbital bone
d)
The inner ear
3.
The secretions from endocrine glands are called ________. These are complex chemicals that influence actions at distant sites and control body functions.
a)
Hormones
b)
Sebaceous Fluids
c)
Purulent Drainage
d)
Lymph
4.
Epinephrine and norepinephrine are considered the fight or flight hormones because of their affect in emergency situations.
a)
True
b)
False
5.
Which of the following symptoms can be signs of hypoglycemia, also known as insulin shock:
a)
Lack of Coordination
b)
Dizzy
c)
Inappropriate Demeanor
d)
All of the Above
6.
The master gland of the body, secreting a large number of hormones that affect other glands, growth and development. Housed within a bony cradle deep within the skull.
a)
Thymus
b)
Pineal
c)
Thyroid
d)
Pituitary
7.
True or False: Thyroid stimulating hormone is secreted by the parathyroid glands.
a)
True
b)
False
8.
Insufficient production during childhood results in dwarfism, while overproduction results in gigantism.
a)
Insulin
b)
Follicle stimulating hormone
c)
Oxytocin
d)
Human growth hormone
9.
The thyroid gland enlarges, and the patient becomes nervous, has an intolerance to heat, loses weight, sweats and may have diarrhea, tremors and palpitations.
a)
Cretinism
b)
Acromegaly
c)
Grave's Disease
d)
Addison's Disease
10.
This substance plays a role in regulating circadian rhythms, and is produced by the pineal body.
a)
Benadryl
b)
Melatonin
c)
Melanin
d)
Ambien
11.
Stimulates the contractions of the uterus, especially during childbirth. Also responsible for the flow of breast milk.
a)
Oxytocin
b)
Oxygen
c)
Oxycontin
d)
Oxycodone
12.
True or False: Progesterone is secreted by the ovaries.
a)
True
b)
False
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