quiz #3 - endocrine

Question 1

which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels?

Answer 1

insulin

Question 2

hyperthyroidism is characterized by an excess production of which hormone?

Answer 2

Thyroxine (T4)
Triodothyronine (T3)

Question 3

a patient presents with weight gain, moon face, and a buffalo hump. Which condition is most likely?

Answer 3

Cushing’s syndrome

Question 4

which condition is primarily associated with the destruction of pancreatic beta cells?

Answer 4

type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Question 5

which endocrine disorder is characterized by low levels of cortisol?

Answer 5

Addison’s disease

Question 6

the primary symptom of hyperparathyroidism is:

Answer 6

hypercalcemia

Question 7

Acromegaly results from excess production of which hormone after growth plates have fused?

Answer 7

growth hormone

Question 8

which of the following conditions is associated with an underactive thyroid gland?

Answer 8

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Question 9

what is the most common cause of secondary hypertension?

Answer 9

kidney disease

Question 10

what type of diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance?

Answer 10

type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Question 11

which medication is often prescribed to reduce blood pressure in hypertensive patients?

Answer 11

ACE inhibitors

Question 12

Lymphadenopathy is most commonly a sign of:

Answer 12

infection

Question 13

which condition is characterized by a compromised immune response leading to increased susceptibility to infections?

Answer 13

immunodeficiency disorder

Question 14

HIV primarily targets which type of immune cell?

Answer 14

T helper cells

Question 15

which autoimmune disorder is characterized by the production of antibodies against the body’s own tissues?

Answer 15

Systemic lupus erythematosus
Celiac disease
Rheumatoid arthritis

Question 16

what condition is characterized by the accumulation of interstitial fluid due to lymphatic obstruction?

Answer 16

lymphedema

Question 17

which type of hypersensitivity reaction is mediated by IgE antibodies?

Answer 17

type I

Question 18

what is the primary function of the spleen in the immune system?

Answer 18

filter blood and recycle iron

Question 19

in which condition is the body’s immune system mistakenly attacking its own thyroid gland?

Answer 19

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Question 20

which of the following is the primary function of insulin?

Answer 20

decrease blood glucose

Question 21

the primary function of glucagon is to:

Answer 21

increase blood glucose levels

Question 22

which hormone is primarily regulated by the hypothalamus through a negative feedback mechanism?

Answer 22

Insulin
Cortisol
Thyroid hormones

Question 23

what is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism?

Answer 23

heat intolerance

Question 24

which disorder is characterized by adrenal insufficiency and often presents with low blood pressure and fatigue?

Answer 24

Addison’s disease

Question 25

a goiter is most commonly associated with which condition?

Answer 25

hyperthyroidism

Question 26

what is the most common cause of secondary adrenal insufficiency?

Answer 26

chronic steroid use

Question 27

what electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with hyperparathyroidism?

Answer 27

hypercalcemia

Question 28

which hormone is secreted by the adrenal medulla?

Answer 28

epinephrine

Question 29

what is the primary effect of betablockers on the heart?

Answer 29

decrease heart rate

Question 30

what is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

Answer 30

fluid balance and immune response

Question 31

a patient presents with a swollen lymph node. This condition is known as:

Answer 31

lymphadenopathy

Question 32

what is the role of antibodies in the immune response?

Answer 32

bind to and neutralize pathogens

Question 33

a patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis may have:

Answer 33

joint inflammation skin rash muscle weakness

Question 34

which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood?

Answer 34

Parathyroid hormone (PTH)