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WorksheetsEndocrine System HPE 9
Total questions: 56
Worksheet time: 28mins
The endocrine system is responsible for regulating a range of bodily functions through the release of ________.
hormones
enzymes
neurotransmitters
vitamins
Which of the following is regulated by the endocrine system?
Metabolism
Photosynthesis
Digestion
Respiration
Which of the following is a function of the endocrine system?
Growth and Development
Cell Division
Protein Synthesis
Fermentation
The endocrine system helps regulate ________ rate.
heart
shoe
window
pencil
The endocrine system is involved in controlling blood ________.
pressure
sugar
temperature
volume
The endocrine system affects your ________, which is your desire to eat.
appetite
height
vision
hearing
The endocrine system regulates the sleeping and ________ cycle.
waking
eating
breathing
digesting
The endocrine system helps control body ________.
temperature
color
height
speed
The endocrine system plays a role in ________.
reproduction
photosynthesis
evaporation
combustion
Which gland produces multiple hormones that control the pituitary gland?
Hypothalamus
Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Pineal gland
Which gland produces hormones that affect growth and reproduction?
Pituitary
Thyroid
Adrenal
Pineal
Which gland is located in front of the neck and is important for metabolism?
Thyroid
Pituitary
Adrenal
Pancreas
Which gland maintains control of calcium levels in bones and blood?
Parathyroids
Pituitary
Thyroid
Adrenal
Which gland is an adrenal gland located on top of each kidney to produce hormones regulating blood pressure, heart rate, and stress response?
Adrenals
Thyroid
Pituitary
Pancreas
Which gland is found in the middle of the brain and is important for your sleep-wake cycles?
Pineal Body
Pituitary Gland
Thyroid Gland
Adrenal Gland
Which gland is located in the abdomen and controls blood sugar levels?
Pancreas
Thyroid
Pituitary
Adrenal
Which gland is active until puberty and produces hormones for the development of a white blood cell called T cell?
Thymus
Pituitary gland
Adrenal gland
Pineal gland
Which endocrine disorder is characterized by the pancreas no longer being able to produce insulin to control blood sugar naturally?
Type I Diabetes
Type II Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Cushing's Syndrome
Which endocrine disorder is a progressive condition that is more common than Type I diabetes, where the body can produce insulin but cannot regulate glucose very well?
Type II Diabetes
Addison's Disease
Graves' Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Which endocrine disorder is the most common thyroid disorder in the U.S., affecting 14 million people, where immune cells attack healthy tissue instead of protecting it?
Hashimoto’s Disease
Graves’ Disease
Addison’s Disease
Cushing’s Syndrome
Which endocrine disorder causes the thyroid gland to produce too much of the thyroid hormone?
Grave’s Disease
Addison’s Disease
Cushing’s Syndrome
Diabetes Mellitus
Which endocrine disorder is characterized as 'holey bones' because the bone has become more open due to loss of bone cells?
Osteoporosis
Acromegaly
Cushing's syndrome
Graves' disease
Which endocrine disorder is most common among women after age 30, is very curable, and has the most common symptom of a lump in the neck?
Thyroid Cancer
Diabetes Mellitus
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Which endocrine disorder is the excess production of the hormone cortisol produced in the adrenal glands?
Cushing’s Syndrome
Addison’s Disease
Graves’ Disease
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Which endocrine disorder occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol?
Addison’s Disease
Cushing’s Syndrome
Graves’ Disease
Acromegaly
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Increased thirst
Headache
Rash
Sore throat
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Frequent urination
Cough
Sneezing
Back pain
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Extreme hunger
Earache
Toothache
Nausea
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
A) Ketones in urine
B) Sore throat
C) Runny nose
D) Chest pain
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
A) Blurred vision
B) Itchy skin
C) Swollen ankle
D) Headache
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Slow-healing sores
Sore throat
Ear infection
Fever
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Unintended weight loss
Tooth decay
Stomach ache
Dizziness
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Bed-wetting
Sore muscles
Ear ringing
Nosebleed
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Fatigue and weakness
Sore throat
Back pain
Vomiting
Which of the following is a symptom of Type I and Type II Diabetes?
Irritability and mood changes
Toothache
Earache
Rash
Fill in the blank: Low HDL ('good cholesterol') levels and high triglyceride levels are examples of ________ that increase the risk of Type II Diabetes.
Abnormal Cholesterol or triglyceride levels
Normal blood pressure
High insulin sensitivity
Low blood sugar levels
Fill in the blank: The more fatty tissue you have, the more resistant your cells become to insulin, increasing your risk of Type II Diabetes. This is related to being ________.
Overweight or obese
Underweight
Physically active
Dehydrated
Fill in the blank: The less active you are, the greater your risk of developing Type II Diabetes. This risk factor is called ________.
Inactivity
Obesity
Smoking
Genetics
Fill in the blank: Risk increases if a parent or sibling has Type II Diabetes. This is known as having a ________.
Family History
Balanced Diet
Physical Activity
Blood Pressure
Fill in the blank: Black people, Hispanics, American Indians, and Asian-Americans are at a higher risk of Type II Diabetes due to their ________.
Race
Diet
Occupation
Education
Fill in the blank: Your risk of Type II Diabetes increases as you get older. This risk factor is called ________.
Age
Diet
Exercise
Gender
Fill in the blank: Risk of Type II Diabetes increases if you had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. This risk factor is called ________.
Gestational Diabetes
Obesity
Hypertension
Sedentary Lifestyle
Fill in the blank: Having ________ increases your risk of developing Type II Diabetes.
High blood pressure
Low vitamin C levels
Frequent nosebleeds
Excellent vision
Fill in the blank: One of the complications of diabetes is ________ damage.
Nerve
Liver
Bone
Muscle
Fill in the blank: Diabetes can increase the risk of ________ disease.
Cardiovascular
Respiratory
Digestive
Skeletal
Fill in the blank: ________ damage is a possible complication of diabetes.
Kidney
Liver
Lung
Skin
Fill in the blank: Diabetes can lead to ________ damage, affecting vision.
Eye
Liver
Kidney
Lung
Fill in the blank: One of the complications of diabetes is ________ damage, which can affect walking.
Foot
Liver
Eye
Lung
Fill in the blank: Diabetes can cause problems with the ________, such as infections or other issues.
Skin
Bones
Teeth
Hair
Fill in the blank: ________ impairment is a possible complication of diabetes, affecting the ability to hear.
Hearing
Visual
Speech
Motor
Fill in the blank: Diabetes can increase the risk of ________ and dementia.
Depression
Asthma
Arthritis
Glaucoma
Which of the following is a recommended method for preventing Type II Diabetes?
Eat Healthy Foods
Avoid all exercise
Skip meals
Increase sugar intake
Which of the following is important for Type II Diabetes prevention?
Be Physically Active
Remain sedentary
Eat more junk food
Ignore health checkups
Fill in the blank: One way to prevent Type II Diabetes is to ________ excess pounds.
lose
gain
ignore
increase
Getting your blood sugar checked is a method to help prevent Type II Diabetes.
True
False
Which of the following may be used in the prevention of Type II Diabetes?
Some medications
Eating more sugar
Avoiding all physical activity
Skipping meals
