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Chapter 12: Endocrine System

Total questions: 83

Worksheet time: 42mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which of the following terms indicates a fear of water?

a)

Hydrophobia

b)

Toxicophobia

c)

Hydrophagia

d)

Hydrophasia

2.

Which of the following terms would be used to indicate the process of recording the pancreas?

a)

Pancreatogram

b)

Pancreatography

c)

Pancreotomy

d)

Pancreatitis

3.

Which of the following terms would be used to indicate excessive calcium in blood?

a)

A. Hypercalcemia

b)

B. Calcemia

c)

C. Hyperhydrosis

d)

D. Toxicosis

4.

The term pancreatitis would be used to indicate:

a)

Disease of the pancreas

b)

Inflammation of the pancreas

c)

Excision of the pancreas

d)

Pain in the pancreas

5.

The term glucometer would be used to describe:

a)

Instrument for measuring glucose

b)

Recording of sugar

c)

Glucose record

d)

Study of glucose

6.

The term hyperkalemia indicates there is:

a)

Excessive calcium in blood

b)

Excessive potassium in blood

c)

Excessive sodium in blood

d)

Excessive glucose in the blood

7.

The term hyponatremia indicates there is:

a)

Low level of calcium in blood

b)

Low level of potassium in blood

c)

Low level of sodium in blood

d)

Low level of glucose in blood

8.

All of the following abbreviations are matched with the correct definition EXCEPT:

a)

K: kidney

b)

BS: blood sugar

c)

PTH: parathyroid hormone

d)

TSH: thyroid-stimulating hormone

9.

All of the following abbreviations are matched with the correct definition EXCEPT:

a)

FBS: finger stick blood sugar

b)

IDDM: insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

c)

T3, T4: thyroid hormones

d)

GH: growth hormone

10.

All of the following abbreviations are matched with the correct definition EXCEPT:

a)

ADH: antidiuretic hormone

b)

Na: natural

c)

DM: diabetes mellitus

d)

Ca: calcium

11.

The correct definition of cretinism is:

a)

Hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally small-sized adult

b)

Arrested physical and mental development caused by insufficient thyroid secretion

c)

Excessive production of glucocorticoids caused by hypersecretion of adrenal gland

d)

Abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs

12.

The correct definition of gigantism is:

a)

A. Arrested physical and mental development caused by insufficient thyroid secretion

b)

B. Hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally large-sized adult

c)

C. Advanced hypothyroidism that causes dry, waxy edema in various parts of the body

d)

D. Hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune response; may cause exophthalmos

13.

The correct definition of myxedema is:

a)

Hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally small-sized adult

b)

Abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs

c)

Disorder caused by hypersecretion of glucocorticoids by the adrenal gland

d)

Advanced hypothyroidism that causes nonpitting edema in the connective tissue

14.

The correct definition of exophthalmos is:

a)

Abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs

b)

Advanced hypothyroidism that causes dry, waxy edema in various parts of the body

c)

Chronic metabolic disorder in which the pancreas secretes insufficient amounts of insulin or insulin resistance

d)

Hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally small-sized adult

15.

The correct definition of Addison’s disease is:

a)

Hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune response; may cause exophthalmos

b)

Arrested physical and mental development caused by insufficient thyroid secretion

c)

Disorder caused by hyposecretion of steroid hormones by the adrenal gland

d)

Chronic metabolic disorder in which the pancreas secretes insufficient amounts of insulin or insulin resistance

16.

The correct definition of dwarfism is:

a)

Hyposecretion of growth hormone during childhood, resulting in an abnormally small-sized adult

b)

Arrested physical and mental development caused by insufficient thyroid secretion

c)

Chronic metabolic disorder in which the pancreas secretes insufficient amounts of insulin or insulin resistance

d)

Hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune response; may cause exophthalmos

17.

Which of the following terms is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the pancreas secretes insufficient amounts of insulin or there is insulin resistance?

a)

Diabetes mellitus

b)

Cretinism

c)

Dwarfism

d)

Myxedema

18.

Which of the following is a disorder caused by hypersecretion of cortisol by the adrenal gland?

a)

Cushing’s syndrome

b)

Graves’ disease

c)

Diabetes mellitus

d)

Dwarfism

19.

Which of the following terms is a form of hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune response, which may cause exophthalmos?

a)

Diabetes mellitus

b)

Gigantism

c)

Graves’ disease

d)

Myxedema

20.

Which of the following disorders affects body growth and development?

a)

Retinopathy

b)

Myxedema

c)

Graves’ disease

d)

Cretinism

21.

Which of the following is the excision or surgical removal of a parathyroid gland?

a)

Parathyroidotomy

b)

Thyroidotomy

c)

Thyroidectomy

d)

Parathyroidectomy

22.

A physician might prescribe potassium supplements for a patient with:

a)

Hypokalemia

b)

Hyponatremia

c)

Hypoglycemia

d)

Hypothyroidism

23.

A patient with _____ needs injections of insulin.

a)

Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM)

b)

cretinism

c)

Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM)

d)

Graves’ disease

24.

A patient with ____ may have abnormal protrusion of the eyes, which creates the appearance of a startled expression.

a)

Cushing’s disease

b)

Dwarfism

c)

Graves’ disease

d)

Myxedema

25.

Which of the following combining forms indicates poison?

a)

thyr/o

b)

thym/o

c)

toxic/o

d)

thyroid/o

26.

Which of the following combining forms indicates extremities?

a)

kal/i

b)

calc/o

c)

acr/o

d)

aden/o

27.

Which of the following combining forms indicates sodium?

a)

natr/o

b)

kal/i

c)

acr/o

d)

calc/o

28.

Which of the following combining forms indicates same/unchanging?

a)

thym/o

b)

hydr/o

c)

aden/o

d)

home/o

29.

Which of the following combining forms refers to the adrenal gland?

a)

aden/o

b)

thyroid/o

c)

adren/o

d)

acr/o

30.

Which of the following abbreviations is related to body size?

a)

BMR

b)

BS

c)

BMI

d)

FBG

31.

Which of the following abbreviations represents a certain type of hormone?

a)

GH

b)

HRT

c)

DI

d)

DKA

32.

All of the following abbreviations represent electrolytes EXCEPT:

a)

Na

b)

K

c)

T3

d)

Ca

33.

Which of the following tests might be done to measure a patient’s current blood sugar?

a)

DM

b)

FSBS

c)

TSH

d)

ADH

34.

An individual suffering from a low hormone level may be administered:

a)

CA

b)

FBS

c)

HRT

d)

IDDM

35.

Disease of a gland is called:

a)

A. Adenopathy

b)

B. Addison’s disease

c)

C. Cushing’s syndrome

d)

D. Hirsutism

36.

A type of hyperpituitarism that causes abnormal growth of bones and tissues of the face and extremities is:

a)

Congenital hypothyroidism

b)

Hashimoto’s disease

c)

Acromegaly

d)

Dwarfism

37.

A condition of severe hyperglycemia potentially leading to coma is:

a)

Diabetes mellitus

b)

Diabetes insipidus

c)

Diabetic ketoacidosis

d)

Nondiabetic hypoglycemia

38.

A tumor of the adrenal medulla that is usually benign but may cause fluctuation of stress hormones, such as adrenaline, is:

a)

Exophthalmos

b)

Pheochromocytoma

c)

Goiter

d)

Thyrotoxicosis

39.

All of the following diagnostic tests are matched with the correct definition EXCEPT:

a)

Glycosylated hemoglobin: reflects the average blood glucose level over the past 3 to 4 months

b)

Thyroid scan: radiographic evaluation of the thyroid after a radioactive substance is injected; identifies thyroid size, shape, position, and function

c)

Fasting blood glucose: blood glucose tested from a drop of capillary blood obtained by pricking the finger

d)

Thyroid function test: reflects thyroid function by measuring levels of thyroid-stimulating

40.

Which of the following terms would be used to describe the creation of sugar?

a)

Glycolysis

b)

Glucogenic

c)

Glycogenesis

d)

Glucokinesia

41.

Hydrolysis is a term used to describe:

a)

Destruction of water

b)

Water accumulation

c)

Abnormal condition of a gland

d)

Destruction of cells

42.

Natremia is a term used to indicate:

a)

Decreased blood sodium

b)

Condition of sodium in blood

c)

Excessive blood sodium

d)

Condition of potassium in blood

43.

Tumor of the thymus is called:

a)

Thymectomy

b)

Thymoma

c)

Thymesa

d)

Thymemia

44.

Which of the following is an illness characterized by gradual adrenal gland failure, resulting in insufficient production of steroid hormones and the need for hormone replacement therapy?

a)

Cushing’s disease

b)

Hyperaldosteronism

c)

Addison’s disease

d)

Pheochromocytoma

45.

The term for a severe form of hypothyroidism that develops in the older child or adult, causing nonpitting edema in connective tissue is:

a)

Hirsutism

b)

Myxedema

c)

Hyperparathyroidism

d)

Hypoparathyroidism

46.

Which of the following is hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune response, which may cause exophthalmos?

a)

Graves’ disease

b)

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

c)

Congenital hypothyroidism

d)

Thyrotoxicosis

47.

The term for a type of hyperpituitarism in which an overactive pituitary gland after adulthood causes abnormal continued growth of bones and tissues of the face and extremities is:

a)

Dwarfism

b)

Acromegaly

c)

Pituitary Dwarfism

d)

Gigantism

48.

Which of the following is a condition of severe hyperglycemia?

a)

Diabetes insipidus

b)

Diabetes mellitus

c)

Gestational diabetes

d)

Diabetic ketoacidosis

49.

The term for an abnormal protrusion of the eyeballs is:

a)

Exophthalmos

b)

Retinopathy

c)

Gigantism

d)

Goiter

50.

Annette Vizzetti has insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). She is a regular patient at Valley Clinic and has come in today for a regular health check. The physician is interested in knowing what Ms. Vizzetti’s average blood glucose levels have been for the last 2 to 3 months. Which of the following tests is the physician most likely to order?

a)

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

b)

Glucose tolerance test (GTT)

c)

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

d)

Fasting blood glucose

51.

When Ms. Vizzetti was first diagnosed with IDDM, she complained to her physician of the three “polys,” the classic signs of diabetes. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

a)

Polyphagia

b)

Polydipsia

c)

Polyphasia

d)

Polyuria

52.

Normal blood glucose level is 60 to 99. When Ms. Vizzetti checks her glucose today, she notes that the result is 172. The correct medical term for this condition is:

a)

Hypercalcemia

b)

Hyperglycemia

c)

Hyperkalemia

d)

Hypernatremia

53.

Ms. Singh has been ill for the past 2 days with stomach flu. Her symptoms include diarrhea and vomiting. She has not been able to keep food or fluids down and has become moderately dehydrated. Because of her diarrhea and poor intake, her blood potassium level is below normal. The correct term for this is:

a)

Hyponatremia

b)

Hypocalcemia

c)

Hypokalemia

d)

Hypoglycemia

54.

Because Ms. Singh is dehydrated, her blood sodium level is higher than normal. The correct term for this is:

a)

Hypernatremia

b)

Hypercalcemia

c)

Hyperkalemia

55.

Which of the following terms would be used to describe excessive sensation in the extremities?

a)

Acroanesthesia

b)

Adrenalodynia

c)

Anacusis

d)

Hyperacroesthesia

56.

Adenopathy is a term used to indicate:

a)

Disease of a gland

b)

Pertaining to the adrenal gland

c)

Abnormal condition of a gland

d)

Pain in a gland

57.

Breakdown of water molecules by the body may be called:

a)

Hydrogenesis

b)

Hydrolysis

c)

Hydrokinesis

d)

Hydrophobia

58.

Define the medical term: Thyromegaly

a)

Enlargement of the thyroid gland

b)

Decrease in thyroid hormone production

c)

Inflammation of the thyroid gland

d)

Shrinking of the thyroid gland

59.

Define the medical term: Pancreatoptosis

a)

Prolapse or downward displacement of the pancreas

b)

Inflammation of the pancreas

c)

Enlargement of the pancreas

d)

Formation of stones in the pancreas

60.

Define the medical term: Pancreatocentesis

a)

Surgical puncture of the pancreas to remove fluid

b)

Surgical removal of the pancreas

c)

Inflammation of the pancreas

d)

Formation of stones in the pancreas

61.

Define the medical term: Thymoma

a)

Tumor of the thymus gland

b)

Tumor of the thyroid gland

c)

Tumor of the pituitary gland

d)

Tumor of the adrenal gland

62.

Define the medical term: Acrokinesia

a)

Movement of the extremities

b)

Loss of sensation

c)

Difficulty in speech

d)

Abnormal heart rhythm

63.

Acts on the liver to convert glycogen into glucose.

a)

Glucagon

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Thyroxine

64.

Acts on the uterus to promote contractions during labor and delivery.

a)

Oxytocin

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Thyroxine

65.

Responsible for growth throughout childhood and for regulation of body metabolism. ________

a)

Triiodothyronine (T3) & Thyroxine (T4)

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Growth Hormone (GH)

66.

Promotes the growth of body structures, such as bones.

a)

Growth hormone (GH)

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Thyroxine

67.

Produces sperm, deepening of the voice, growth of facial hair, and increased muscle development in the male.

a)

Testosterone

b)

Estrogen

c)

Insulin

d)

Adrenaline

68.

Influences the body’s natural circadian rhythm. ________

a)

Melatonin

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Cortisol

69.

Acts on the adrenal glands to secrete glucocorticoids, including cortisol.

a)

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

b)

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

c)

Growth hormone (GH)

d)

Prolactin

70.

Enables the body to respond to stressful situations by converting glycogen into glucose for quick energy.

a)

Epinephrine (adrenaline)

b)

Insulin

c)

Thyroxine

d)

Aldosterone

71.

Affects the growth and functioning of the thyroid gland.

a)

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

b)

Adrenaline

c)

Insulin

d)

Testosterone

72.

Regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in blood. ________

a)

Parathormone (PTH)

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Thyroxine

73.

What is endocrinology?

a)

Study of organs that receive hormones

b)

Study of organs that secrete (release) hormones

c)

A person who studies organs that receive hormones

d)

A person who studies organs that secrete hormones

74.

Breaks carbohydrates down into glucose and stimulates cells to take up glucose from the blood

a)
Cortisol
b)
Adrenaline
c)
Insulin
d)
Glucagon
75.

Acts on the kidneys to increase the absorption of water

a)
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
b)
Renin
c)
Natriuretic Peptide
d)
Aldosterone
76.

Plays a vital role in the menstrual cycle and is important in the prevention of osteoporosis

a)
Estrogen
b)
Luteinizing Hormone
c)
Testosterone
d)
Progesterone
77.

Act on the gonads to produce an ovum in the female and sperm in the male

a)

Progesterone

b)

Testosterone

c)

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) & Luteinizing Hormone (LH)

d)

Estrogen

78.

Works to decrease inflammation

a)

Androgens

b)

Cortisol

c)

Epinephrine (Adrenaline)

d)

Oxytocin

79.

Plays a role in regulating and maintaining the body's water, sodium and electrolyte balance

a)

Aldosterone

b)

Prolactin

c)

Calcitonin

d)

Melatonin

80.

Responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in females and males

a)
Growth hormones
b)

Cortisol

c)
Insulin
d)

Androgens

81.

Necessary to prepare and maintain the uterus for a fertilized ovum

a)
Estrogen
b)
Testosterone
c)
Oxytocin
d)
Progesterone
82.

Acts on the mammary glands to produce milk

a)
Prolactin
b)
Testosterone
c)
Oxytocin
d)
Estrogen
83.

Also called parathyroid hormone; helps regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood

a)
Calcitonin
b)

Growth Hormone (GH)

c)

Triiodothyronine (T3) & Thyroxine (T4)

d)

Parathormone

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