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~ Bi Ody ane Functions Chpt 20-24 . ich e: i that apply. xplanations by the nurse best describes the difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands? Select all A) Exocri eee glands control the release of hormones by the pituitary gland. C\\Enda le glands are responsible for the storage of calcium. DiEndoc, ine glands are responsible for controlling the body's rate of metabolism. a 4Ocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. xocrine glands secrete hormones into ducts 2.What statement describes the function of the hypothalamus? A) The hypothalamus secretes hormones that mimic the action of the sympathetic f Z B)The hypothalamus secretes hormones that are transported to target tissues through the circulatory system and directly into the bloodstream. C)The hypothalamus secretes many hormones, which in turn control the release of hormones by the pituitary gland. D) The hypothalamus regulates the amount of calcium and phosphorus in the blood. 3. Which function is associated with the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland? A)Promotes water reabsorption in kidney tubules B)Raises blood pressure C)Controls bone and tissue growth D) Increases skin and hair pigmentation 4. Which hormone released by the adrenal medulla mimics the action of the sympathetic nervous system? A)Melatonin B)Catecholamine C)Calcitonin D) Glycoproteins 5. What information should the nurse include in a discussion about how the body regulates blood sugar levels? Select all that apply. A)Insulin facilitates the lowering of blood sugar. B)Glucagon influences carbohydrate metabolism. C) Insulin influences carbohydrate metabolism. D)Glucagon facilitates the raising of blood sugar. E)The endocrine gland responsible for regulation of blood sugar is the pancreas. 6. What are functions of the thymus as an endocrine organ? Select all that apply. A)Stimulates growth of ovarian follicles B)Necessary for the production of sperm C) Stimulates the production of testosterone D)Influences cellular immunity E)Stimulates production of T-cells 7. The nurse identifies which characteristic as a result of aging on the endocrine system? A) Increased susceptibility to heatstroke B)Decrease in metabolic rate C)Decrease in voluntary movements D)Wakefulness at night 8. Which element deficiency should the nurse identify in the client diagnosed with a goiter? A)Potassium B)Sodium C)lodine D)Iron 9.For which significant finding should a nurse monitor when caring for a client prescribed a glucocorticoid? A)Small rise in temperature B)Change in the body's rate or metabolism C) Increase in blood volume D)Low sugar level in the blood