Ch 80: Adrenal Flashcards
1
Q
T or F: The adrenal glands are enclosed by renal
fascia but separated from the kidneys by fibrous tissue.
A
true
2
Q
The _____ right
gland relates to the diaphragm posteriorly and the inferior vena cava and liver
anteriorly. The _____left adrenal gland is positioned in the middle of the left
crux of the diaphragm.
A
The triangular right
gland relates to the diaphragm posteriorly and the inferior vena cava and liver
anteriorly. The semilunar left adrenal gland is positioned in the middle of the left
crux of the diaphragm.
3
Q
Adrenal Cortex secretes which hormones:
A
GFR (from superficial to deep sweeter as you get deeper) –> mineralocorticoids, glucocorticoids, androgens
4
Q
Adrenal Medulla secretes:
A
Norepi and epi
