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Week 8- Endocrine and Metabolic System *didn't finish Flashcards

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The endocrine system and the nervous system control and integrate body function to maintain ______________

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Homeostasis

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The endocrine system sends its messages in the form of hormones via the ____________

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Bloodstream

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Five general functions of the endocrine system

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-Differentiation of the reproductive and central nervous system of the developing fetus
-Stimulation of sequential growth and development during childhood and adolescence
-Coordination of the male and female reproductive systems
-Maintenance of optimal internal environment throughout the life span
-Initiation of corrective and adaptive responses when emergency demands occur

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______________ , the main integrative center for the endocrine and autonomic nervous systems, controls the function of endocrine organs by neural and hormonal pathways

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Hypothalamus

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In addition to hormonal and neural controls, a ________________ system (simple or complex) regulates the endocrine system

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Negative feedback

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SLIDE 7, 8, 9

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_____________ can be classified as an endocrine gland, because it secretes several hormones responsible for metabolism, hunger, vasoconstriction, and cellular growth and development

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Adipose tissue

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Hormones released by adipose tissue

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Adiponectin
Leptin

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Dysfunctions of the endocrine system are classified as _____________or ____________

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HYPOfunction
HYPERfunction

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Endocrine system, together with the immune system and the nervous system, mounts an integrated response to stressors

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Psychoneuroimmunology

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Catecholamines

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Epinephrine
Norepinephrine
Dopamine

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Catecholamines produce a _____________ response

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Fight-or-flight

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SLIDE 11- cortisol (look at table 11.2)

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Other hormones produced through neuroendocrine response to stress

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Endorphins
GH
Prolactin
Testosterone

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True or false: Exact effects of aging on the endocrine system are clear

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False

(not clear)

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Failure of homeostasis basis of age-associated ___________ in physiologic performance on the endocrine system

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Declines

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Equilibrium concentrations of the principal hormones necessary to maintain homeostasis are not necessarily altered with age, but what may differ as we get older is ______________ , which points to changes in regulatory control

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The way we achieve equilibrium hormone levels

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True or false: Only subtle changes occur in the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid function

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True

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True or false: Changes in glucose homeostasis, reproductive function, and calcium metabolism are less apparent

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False

(more apparent)

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Suggests that cells are programmed to function only for a given time

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Neuroendocrine theory of aging

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Example of neuroendocrine theory of aging

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Menopause (result of programmed changes in reproductive system)

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Clients with a variety of endocrine and metabolic disorders report symptoms of ___________, _________, and occasionally ____________

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Fatigue
Muscle weakness
Muscle or bone pain

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The lack of progress in therapy should signal to the therapist the possibility of a ____________ of musculoskeletal symptoms

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Systemic origin

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SLIDE 16

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________________ can be an indicator of an underlying endocrine disease
Rheumatoid arthritis
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True or false: Muscle weakness, atrophy, myalgia, and fatigue that persist despite rest may be early manifestations of thyroid or parathyroid disease, acromegaly, diabetes, Cushing syndrome, or osteomalacia
True
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_____________ resulting from __________ nerve impairment at the wrist is a common finding in people with certain endocrine and metabolic conditions such as acromegaly, diabetes, pregnancy, and hypothyroidism
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) Median
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In endocrine disorders, CTS is frequently _________ , which is one characteristic that may distinguish it from overuse syndromes and other causes of CTS
Bilateral
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___________ , __________ , and ___________ (joint stiffness) of the small joints of the hand may occur with endocrine and metabolic diseases
Hand stiffness Hand pain Arthralgias
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Flexor tenosynovitis with stiffness is a common finding in persons with _______________
Hypothyroidism
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Anterior lobe disorders of pituitary gland
HYPERpituitarism HYPOpituitarism
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Hyperpituitarism
Orthopedic considerations Acromegaly
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Skeletal manifestations, such as __________ of the hands and _____________ of the spine, may develop with hyperpituitarism
Arthritis Osteoarthritis
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CTS is seen in up to ____% of people with acromegaly
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About _________ of individuals with acromegaly have thoracic or lumbar back pain
Half
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True or false: Therapist may be called on to provide a program that promotes maximum joint mobility, muscle strength, and functional skills
True
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Excessive secretion of growth hormone after normal completion of body growth
Acromegaly
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Anyone with acromegaly should be screened for __________, ____________, and ____________
Weakness Changes in joint mobility Poor exercise tolerance
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Primary hormones produced by the thyroid
Thyroxine (T4) Triiodothyronine (T3) Calcitonin
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Both _____ and ______ regulate the metabolic rate of the body and increase protein synthesis
T3 T4
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____________ has a weak physiologic effect on calcium and phosphorus balance in the body
Calcitonin
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Thyroid function is regulated by...
-Hypothalamus -Pituitary feedback controls -Intrinsic regulator mechanism within the gland
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True or false: Disorders of the thyroid gland may be functional abnormalities leading to hyperfunction or hypofunction of the gland or anatomic abnormalities such as thyroiditis, goiter, and tumor
True
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Alterations in thyroid function produce changes in...
Nails Hair Skin Eyes GI tract Respiratory tract Heart and blood vessels Nervous tissue Bone Muscle
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True or false: Women do not notice disturbances in mood and menstrual cycles
False (they do notice lol)
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Both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can adversely affect _____________
Cardiac funciton
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SLIDE 28- Table 40.19
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Creates a generalized elevation of body metabolism, the effects of which are manifested in almost every system
Hyperthyroidism
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The most common for (85% of cases) of hyperthyroidism
Graves disease
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Regarding Graves disease, the autoimmune condition increases ______ production
T4
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True or false: Hyperthyroidism affects women more than men (4:1)
True
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Acute episode of thyroid over activity
Thyroid storm
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Functional abnormalities of thyroid gland
Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism
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Anatomic abnormalities of thyroid gland
Goiter Thyroiditis Thyroid cancer
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About _____ % of people with Graves disease have circulating autoantibodies called __________ that react against thyroglobulin (precursor for thyroid hormones)
-95 -Thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSIs)
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TSIs react against a component of the thyroid cell membranes, _________ enlargement of the thyroid gland and secretion of __________ thyroid hormone
Stimulating Excess
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Hyperthyroidism results with increased __________ nervous system activity and __________ deficiency
Sympathetic Nutritional
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Mild symmetric enlargement of the thyroid (goiter), nervousness, heat intolerance, weight loss despite increased appetite, sweating, diarrhea, tremor, and palpitations
Hyperthyroidism
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Hyperthyroidism may induce...
-Atrial fibrillation -Precipitate congestive heart failure -Increase the risk of underlying CAD for myocardial infarction
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Forward displacement of the eyeballs associated with thyroid disease
Exophthalmos
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True or false: PT is recommended for someone with exophthalmos
False (not recommended until after endocrine system is solved)
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Inflammation that involves the peri-articular structures, including the tendons, ligaments, and joint capsule
Peri-arthritis
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True or false: Peri-arthritis can be be unilateral or bilateral
True
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Proximal muscle weakness (most marked in the pelvic girdle and thigh muscles) accompanied by muscle atrophy
Myopathy
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Respiratory muscle weakness can present as _________
Dyspnea
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True or false: There is a way to prevent Graves disease
False (no way)
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Lab tests for hyperthyroidism
TSH and antithyroid antibodies
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_______ is positive in almost all people with Graves disease
TSI
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Three major forms of therapy for hyperthyroidism
-Antithyroid medication -Radioactive iodine (RAI) -Surgery
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True or false: Lifelong follow-up for patients with hyperthyroidism is recommended because many remissions are not permanent
True
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True or false: If PT sees unusual swelling, enlargement with or without symptoms of pain, tenderness, hoarseness, or dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), a medical referral is required
True
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True or false: Hyperthyroidism is associated with exercise tolerance and increased exercise capacity, although the exact relationship is unknown
False (intolerance, decreased exercise capacity)
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Results in a generalized slowed body metabolism (basal metabolic rate)
Hypothyroidism
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These types are involved in hypothyroidism
-Type I / primary (hormone deficient) -Type II / secondary (hormones resistant)
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True or false: Hypothyroidism is more prevalent in men than women
False (more prevalent in women than in med)
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SLIDE 37-44
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______ parathyroid glands are located on the posterior surface of each lobe of the thyroid gland
Two
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Parathyroid glands secrete _____, which regulates _______ and ________ metabolism
PTH Calcium Phosphorus
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PTC exerts its effect by the following...
-Increasing the release of calcium and phosphate from the bone (bone demineralization) -Increasing the absorption of calcium and excretion of phosphate by the kidneys -Promoting calcium absorption in the GI tract
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SLIDE 48 ,49
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Over-activity of one or more of the four parathyroid glands that disrupts calcium, phosphate, and bone metabolism
Hyperparathyroidism
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True or false: Regarding hyperparathyroidism, women are affected more than men (2:1), usually after age 60 years (postmenopausal)
True
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SLIDES 51-57
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______________ are two small glands located on the upper part of each kidney
Adrenals
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Two relatively discrete parts of each adrenal gland
-Outer cortex -Inner medulla
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The outer cortex of the adrenal gland is responsible for the secretion of...
-Mineralocorticoids (steroid hormones that regulate fluid and mineral balance) -Glucocorticoids (steroid hormones responsible for controlling the metabolism of glucose) -Androgens (sex hormones)
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The centrally located adrenal medulla is derived from neural tissue and secretes __________and ___________, which exert widespread effects on vascular tone, the heart, and the nervous system and affect glucose metabolism
Epinephrine Norepinephrine
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Together, the adrenal _______ and ________ are major factors in the body’s response to ________
Cortex Medulla Stress
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SLIDE 61-62
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Disorders of the adrenal gland
-Primary Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison Disease) -Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency -Adrenocortical Hyperfunction (Cushing syndrome and Conn syndrome)
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Insufficient cortisol release from the adrenal glands causing a wide range of problems
Primary adrenal insufficiency (Addison Disease)
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Regarding Addison Disease, most causes occurred as a complication of tuberculosis, but now most cases are considered ___________ or ____________
Idiopathic Autoimmune
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True or false: Other causes of Addison Disease include bilateral adrenalectomy, adrenal hemorrhage or infarction, radiation to the adrenal glands, malignant adrenal neoplasm, infections, and medications
True
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SLIDE 65-71
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Examples of adrenocortical hyperfunction
-Cushing syndrome -Conn syndrome or aldosteronism
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An excess of cortisol in the body
Hypercorticolism
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REST OF SLIDE 73
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__________ has a key role in glucose metabolism and a lesser part in protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism
Cortisol
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True or false: Cortisol also helps maintain blood pressure and cardiovascular function while reducing the body’s inflammatory responses
True
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Hypercortisolism resulting from adrenal gland oversecretion or from hyperphysiologic doses of corticosteroid medications
Cushing syndrome
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When the hypercortisolism results from oversecretion of ACTH from the pituitary (usually due to an anterior pituitary tumor)
Cushing disease
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Occurs when conditions such as depression, alcoholism, estrogen therapy, or eating disorders cause changes like those of Cushing syndrome
Pseudo-Cushing syndrome
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SLIDE 76-77
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Therapists are more likely to treat people who have developed medication-induced ______________ (exogenous steroid administration)
Cushing syndrome
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Cushing syndrome occurs after individuals have received large doses of _________ (also known as hydrocortisone) or _________
Cortisol Cortisol derivatives
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Occurs when an adrenal lesion results in hypersecretion of aldosterone
Conn syndrome
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The major cause of primary aldosteronism is a benign, aldosterone-secreting tumor called ______________
Aldosteronoma
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________________ also can occur as a consequence of pathologic lesions that stimulate the adrenal gland to increase production of aldosterone
Secondary hyperadolsteronism
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Aldosterone affects the tubular reabsorption of ________ and _________ and the excretion of _________ and _________ ions in the renal tubular epithelial cells
Sodium Water Potassium Hydrogen
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An excess of aldosterone enhances ________ reabsorption by the _________
Sodium Kidneys

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