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Question 1 of 32
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Insufficient ADH release causes
A.cretinism.
B.diabetes insipidus.
C.aldosteronism.
D.diabetes mellitus.
E.tetany.
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Question 2 of 32
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Antidiuretic hormone and oxytocin are secreted from the
A.thyroid gland.
B.pancreas.
C.anterior pituitary gland.
D.hypothalamus.
E.posterior pituitary gland.
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Question 3 of 32
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Melatonin is a hormone released by the
A.thymus gland.
B.pituitary gland.
C.adrenal gland.
D.pancreas.
E.pineal gland.
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Question 4 of 32
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Which of the following systems work closely with the endocrine system to coordinate the body's functions?
A.Lymphatic system
B.Reproductive system
C.Cardiovascular system
D.Nervous system
E.Respiratory system
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Question 5 of 32
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Which of the following hormones is released in response to a nerve impulse?
A.testosterone
B.insulin
C.epinephrine
D.glucagon
E.cortisol
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Question 6 of 32
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Glucocorticoids are steroid hormones produced by the
A.ovaries.
B.adrenal gland.
C.thyroid gland.
D.testis.
E.hypothalamus.
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Question 7 of 32
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Abdominal fat is riskier than other adipose tissue because
A.the fat compresses the small intestine making digestion difficult.
B.the fat is turned into HDLs more easily.
C.fat cells in abdominal regions are more metabolically active and responsive to hormones.
D.people with abdominal fat tend to be sedentary
E.fat cells in abdominal regions are less metabolically active and less responsive to hormones.
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Question 8 of 32
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The hypothalamus, sympathetic nervous system and adrenal medullae work together to stimulate the __________ during the initial stages of the stress response.
A.secretion of insulin
B.stressor
C.exhaustion phase
D.fight-or-flight response
E.constriction of the adrenal gland
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Question 9 of 32
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A cell infected by a virus will produce __________ that signal neighboring cells to increase production of proteins that interfere with viral replication.
A.prostaglandins
B.interferons
C.immunoglobulins
D.interleukin
E.antibodies
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Question 10 of 32
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Edema can be a result of
A.an infected lymph node.
B.blockage of a lymphatic vessel.
C.increased blood pressure.
D.A and B are correct.
E.A, B, and C are correct.
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Question 11 of 32
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Worn-out and damaged red blood cells are destroyed in the
A.thymus gland.
B.tonsils.
C.lymphatic vessels.
D.lymph nodes.
E.spleen.
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Question 12 of 32
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The Epstein-Barr virus causes
A.delayed hypersensitivity reactions.
B.HIV.
C.leukemia.
D.infectious mononucleosis.
E.systemic lupus erythematosus.
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Question 13 of 32
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A transplant between genetically different individuals of the same species is called a(n)
A.allograft.
B.zenograft.
C.spirograft.
D.autograft.
E.graft.
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Question 14 of 32
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Lymph nodes
A.are bean-shaped organs.
B.are located along lymphatic vessels.
C.filter the lymph.
D.are scattered throughout the body.
E.All of the above.
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Question 15 of 32
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Lymphatic tissue is a specialized form of
A.reticular connective tissue.
B.epithelial tissue.
C.glandular tissue.
D.elastic connective tissue.
E.loose connective tissue.
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Question 16 of 32
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When glucose is catabolized under aerobic conditions, the largest number of ATP molecules are directly produced by the
A.electron transport chain.
B.Krebs cycle.
C.fermentation.
D.urea cycle.
E.glycolysis pathway.
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Question 17 of 32
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Chemical reactions in which simple substances are combined into more complex substances usually with the consumption of energy are collectively called
A.anabolism.
B.catabolism.
C.metabolism.
D.oxidation.
E.all of the above.
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Question 18 of 32
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The amount of energy derived from nutrients is most commonly expressed in
A.ergs.
B.kilocalories
C.BTUs.
D.Daltons.
E.newtons.
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Question 19 of 32
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The thermostat of the human body is located in the
A.thalamus.
B.limbic system.
C.hypothalamus.
D.cerebral cortex.
E.medulla oblongata.
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Question 20 of 32
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Organic nutrients required in small amounts to maintain growth and normal metabolism are called
A.vitamins.
B.minerals.
C.carbohydrates.
D.lipids.
E.amino acids.
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Question 21 of 32
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Before being used for energy production, proteins have to be broken down into
A.glycerol.
B.amino acids.
C.glucose.
D.fatty acids.
E.nucleic acids.
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Question 22 of 32
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Which of the following factors affect(s) the metabolic rate?
A.exercise
B.age
C.gender
D.hormones
E.All of these answer choices are correct
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Question 23 of 32
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Which hormone stimulates the breakdown of polymerized glucose?
A.glycogen
B.glucagon
C.plant starch
D.insulin
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Question 24 of 32
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Excess glucose can be found in the urine _______.
A.as a result of type 1 diabetes
B.as a result of type 2 diabetes
C.when the transport maximum for reabsorption in the kidney tubules is exceeded
D.all of the above
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Question 25 of 32
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Glucose is stored in the human body as _______.
A.glycogen
B.glucagon
C.plant starch
D.insulin
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Question 26 of 32
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A patient has a fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test on three successive days and the following results are obtained; 82, 108, and 96 mg/dL. How would you interpret these results?
A.These values are normal.
B.These values indicate impaired glucose uptake by cells.
C.These values indicate diabetes mellitus.
I chose B and got it wrong, I think although one of the values is above 100...the answer would still be that the values are normal. I would double check this answer though...
Feedback: Learning Objective: Given fasting plasma glucose (FPG) values, predict whether or not a patient has diabetes mellitus.
Please review Lab Exercise 4, Activity 2.
Question 27 of 32
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In this simulation, optical density is measured using a _______.
A.microscope
B.thermocycler
C.caliper
D.spectrophotometer
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Question 28 of 32
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A patient has a fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test on three successive days and the following results are obtained; 83, 92, and 98 mg/dL. How would you interpret these results?
A.These values are normal.
B.These values indicate impaired glucose uptake by cells.
C.These values indicate diabetes mellitus.
D.Unable to determine from these results. More testing is required.
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Question 29 of 32
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Glucose remains elevated in the bloodstream as a result of _______.
A.type 1 diabetes mellitus
B.type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus
C.type 2 diabetes mellitus
D.diabetes insipidus
E.type 1 diabetes mellitus and diabetes insipidus
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Part 5 of 6 - 8.0/ 8.0 PointsAnswer the following question in your own words without using any resources. Your answer should be written in complete sentences using correct grammar, spelling, and terminology.
Question 30 of 32
4.0/ 4.0 Points
Briefly explain the difference between type I and type II diabetes mellitus.
Type I diabetes is an autoimmune disease that you are born with. It is caused by the pancreas failing to produce enough insulin. Type II diabetes is caused when the pancreas produces enough insulin, but the body does not respond to it properly.
Feedback: Learning Objective: Compare and contrast Type I and Type II diabetes mellitus.
Please review Lab Exercise 4, Activity 2.
Question 31 of 32
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In an emergency, a paramedic injects an unconscious patient with glucagon. What effect will this have on the patient?
Glucagon is a hormone that will cause the liver to release glucose into the blood. By giving the patient glucagon you will raise their blood sugar levels, and within a few minutes the patient should regain consciousness.
Feedback: Learning Objective: Explain the functions of insulin and glucagon in maintaining plasma glucose levels.
Please review Lab Exercise 4, Activity 2.
Part 6 of 6 - 5.0/ 5.0 PointsInstructions:
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Question 32 of 32
5.0/ 5.0 Points
Attach your completed Lab Exercise 4, Activity 2: Plasma Glucose, Insulin, and Diabetes Mellitus lab report (PEX-04-02_FirstnameLastname.pdf) as the answer to this question.
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