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Body Structures Chapter 12 Page 269

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The endocrine glands are ductless glands that secrete their hormones directly into the   bloodstream.  
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Hormones are chemical   catalysts.  
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A chemical catalyst causes a   reaction to occur.  
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Hormones help maintain the body’s internal environment within certain narrow ranges. This balancing act is called   homeostasis.  
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The pituitary gland is located at the   base of the brain.  
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The pituitary is the size of a   pea.  
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The pituitary gland is AKA   hypophysis or “master gland.”  
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It is called the “master gland” because   its hormones control the functions of many other endocrine glands.  
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Even though the pituitary is called the “master gland” it is controlled by the   hypothalamus.  
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The pituitary gland is divided into two sections called the   anterior and posterior lobes.  
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The anterior lobe produces: #'s 1 to 4   1.GH which stands for growth hormone. 2.TSH (T7) which stands for thyroid stimulating hormone and is AKA thyrotropin. 3.ACTH which stands for adrenocorticotropic hormone. 4.MSH which stands for melanocyte stimulation hormone. hormone.  
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GH stimulates cell metabolism causing   cells to divide (replicate) and increase in size.  
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Significant amounts of GH is secreted until age   20  
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Insufficient amounts of GH can cause   dwarfism.  
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A synthetic GH is called   Humatrope (somatropin).  
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Excessive amounts of GH can cause   giantism.  
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TSH stimulates the   thyroid to produce its hormones.  
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ACTH stimulates the   adrenal glands to produce their hormones.  
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The anterior lobe produces: #'s to 7   5. FSH which stands for follicle stimulating hormone. 6. LH which stands for luteinizing hormone. 7. Lactogenic hormone AKA prolactin.  
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MSH stimulates the melanocytes to produce   melanin (skin pigment).  
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A hereditary disorder characterized by an absence of melanin is called   albinism  
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FSH stimulates the:   a. Ovaries to start the maturation process of a follicle (oocyte) into an ovum. b. Testes to create spermatozoa (spermatogenesis).  
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LH stimulates:   a. Ovulation. b. The production of progesterone to maintain pregnancy. c. Production of testosterone in males.  
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Lactogenic hormone stimulates the production of   milk (lactation).  
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The posterior lobe of the pituitary produces:   1.ADH which stands for antidiuretic hormone AKA vasopressin. 2.OT which stands for oxytocin.  
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ADH influences the volume of   urine produced.  
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Insufficient production of ADH is called   Diabetes Insipidus (DI).  
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A synthetic ADH is called   Pitressin (vasopressin).  
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OT stimulates the   uterus to contract during labor.  
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A synthetic oxytocin is called   Pitocin (“Pit drip”).  
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Oxytocin is also known as the   binding hormone.  
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Binding refers to   male-female and mother-neonate bonding.  
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The thyroid gland is located on the right and left sides of the   trachea just inferior to the larynx.  
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The thyroid produces the following hormones:   1. T4 also known as thyroxine. 2. T3 also known as triiodothyronine. 3. Calcitonin.  
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T3 and T4 are both commonly referred to as   thyroxine.  
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T3 and T4 are responsible for the regulation of   carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism.  
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Metabolism refers to the rate at which the body   utilizes (burns) energy.  
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Hyperthyroidism is called   Grave’s disease.  
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Hypothyroidism is called   myxedema.  
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A synthetic thyroxine is called   Synthroid (levothyroxine).  
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Calcitonin is released when the   blood calcium levels rise.  
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Calcitonin causes the deposit of   calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) in the bones.  
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The parathyroid glands are located   embedded in the posterior surface of the thyroid gland.  
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The parathyroid glands are the size of   raisins.  
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The parathyroid glands secrete   parathyroid hormone (PTH) AKA parathormone.  
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PTH causes osteocytes to   release stored calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) into the blood.  
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Release of PTH will occur when   serum Ca levels fall.  
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The adrenal glands are located just superior to the   kidneys.  
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The adrenal glands   AKA suprarenal glands.  
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The inner portion of the adrenal glands is called the   adrenal medulla.  
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The outer portion of the adrenal glands is called the   adrenal cortex.  
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The adrenal medulla produces:   Adrenalin AKA epinephrine.  
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Adrenalin (epinephrine) contributes to the   “fight or flight” response.  
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This response includes:   1. The breakdown of glycogen to glucose. 2. Tachycardia. 3. Tachypnea. 4. Bronchodilation. 5. Hypertension. 6. Pallor.  
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The adrenal cortex produces   1. Aldosterone. 2. Cortisol (hydrocortisone).  
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These hormones are AKA   steroids (corticosteroids).  
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Anabolic steroids, the type used by athletes, are synthetic versions of   testosterone.  
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Conditions associated with anabolic steroid use includes:   1. Sudden death (MI, CVA). 2. Liver cancer. 3. Aggressiveness (“roid rage”).  
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Aldosterone regulates the balance of   electrolytes (“lytes”).  
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The electrolytes (salts) include:   1. Sodium (Na). 2. Potassium (K). 3. Chloride (Cl). 4. Calcium (Ca). 5. Phosphorus (P).  
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The actions of cortisol (hydrocortisone) include:   1. Maintain proper glucose concentration in the blood between meals. 2. Helps reduce the inflammatory response. 3. Aids the body with stressful situations.  
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Hypersecretion of cortisol is called   Cushing’s disease.  
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Hyposecretion of cortisol is called   Addison’s disease.  
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A synthetic cortisol is called   cortisone.  
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The pancreas is located posterior to the   stomach (retrogastric).  
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The purpose of the pancreas includes the production of   insulin and glucagon.  
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Insulin is secreted when the   blood sugar (BS) rises after eating a meal.  
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The insulin allows the glucose (BS) to   enter the cells.  
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When the glucose enters the cells the blood sugar (BS) level will   fall.  
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When the blood sugar (BS) falls too low the pancreas will secrete   glucagon.  
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Glucagon will stimulate the   liver to convert glycogen to glucose.  
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This action will cause the glucose (BS) to   rise.  
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A normal blood sugar (BS) is:   1. 70 - 130 mg/dL before meals (a.c.) 2. Less than 180 mg/dL 2 hours after meals (p.c.).  
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Hyposecretion of insulin and/or the difficult utilization of glucose (insulin resistance) by the cells is called   diabetes mellitus (DM).  
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A synthetic insulin is called   Humulin (insulin).  
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Medications designed to stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin or aid the cells in glucose (BS) utilization are called   oral hypoglycemics (antidiabetics).  
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Risk factors for diabetes mellitus (DM) include: 1-4   1.Heredity. 2.Obesity. 3.Over consumption of refined sugars. 4.Over consumption of food.  
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Risk factors for diabetes mellitus (DM) include: 5-8   5. Sedentary lifestyle (little or no regular exercise). 6. Gestational (pregnancy) diabetes mellitus (DM). 7. African American, Native American, Hispanic, Asian American. 8. Chronic hypertension (HTN).  
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Diabetes mellitus that develops in children is called   juvenile onset diabetes mellitus (DM) or insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or type I diabetes mellitus (DM).  
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Type I diabetes mellitus (DM) is the most serious form of diabetes mellitus (DM) and requires:   1. Daily injections of insulin. 2. Strict diet control. 3. Regimented exercise.  
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Diabetes mellitus (DM) that develops in adulthood is called   maturity onset diabetes mellitus (DM) or non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or type II diabetes mellitus (DM).  
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This type of diabetes mellitus (DM) is less severe and can often be controlled by   proper diet alone or proper diet and oral hypoglycemics (antidiabetics) such as Diabenese or Glucophage.  
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Oral hypoglycemics (antidiabetics) stimulate the pancreas to   secrete more insulin and/or allows the cells to utilize glucose (BS) more efficiently.  
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Signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus (DM) include:   a. Polyuria (excessive urination). b. Glycosuria (sugar in the urine). c. Polydipsia (excessive thirst). d. Ketonuria (ketones in the urine). e. Weight loss. f. Fatigue. g. Poor wound healing.  
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Complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) include: 1-2   1.Atherosclerosis leading to myocardial infarction (MI), cerebral vascular accident (CVA) or occlusion of a leg artery resulting in gangrene. 2. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) which can result in blindness.  
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Complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) include: 3-4   3. Neuropathy causing pain, tingling, loss of feeling, and paralysis. 4. Kidney failure.  
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Complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) include: 5   5. Impotence AKA erectile dysfunction (ED).  
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Treatment for diabetes mellitus (DM) includes: a-b   a. Strict diet based on number of calories per day divided into proper portions of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. b. Correct dosages of insulin based on self-blood glucose monitoring (SBGM).  
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Treatment for diabetes mellitus (DM) includes: c   c. Regular exercise because diet intake and insulin (Humulin) dosage are based on the metabolic needs of the individual.  
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Diet, insulin, or exercise cannot be altered without creating an   insulin excess or deficiency.  
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Diabetic coma (elevated BS) can result when a diabetic:   1. Fails to take enough insulin. 2. Increases caloric intake. 3. Decreases exercise.  
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Signs and symptoms of diabetic coma include:   1. Deep labored breathing. 2. Dry skin and mouth. 3. Fruity smell to breath. 4. Lethargy (mental sluggishness). 5. Loss of consciousness (LOC) and coma.  
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Treatment of diabetic coma includes   administration of insulin and hydration.  
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Insulin shock (deficient BS) results when a diabetic:   1. Administers too much insulin. 2. Does not eat enough food. 3. Exercises excessively.  
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Signs and symptoms of insulin shock include:   1. Shallow breathing. 2. Diaphoresis (profuse sweatiness). 3. Syncope (fainting). 4. Loss of consciousness (LOC) and coma.  
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Treatment for insulin shock includes   administration of sugar in any form.  
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To prevent potentially dangerous medical emergencies, diabetics should take the following precautions: a-d   a. Follow prescribed diet exactly. b. Take prescribed insulin or hypoglycemics as directed. c. Monitor BS every day. d. Follow daily exercise regiment.  
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To prevent potentially dangerous medical emergencies, diabetics should take the following precautions: e-f   e. Always wear feet protection to prevent injury from stubbing, fire ants, sand spurs, etc. f. Have a podiatrist take care of ANY foot needs immediately such as clipping toe nails, corns, bunions, calluses, wounds, etc. to prevent accidental injury.  
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To prevent potentially dangerous medical emergencies, diabetics should take the following precautions: g-h   g. A medical alert bracelet or necklace should be worn at all times. h. Always check temperature of bath water before stepping into bath to prevent scalding.  
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Even a small wound to a diabetic’s feet can result in uncontrolled infection due to poor wound healing and can eventually lead to putrefaction (gangrene)   amputation of the extremity.  
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Diabetics that have difficulty controlling their blood sugar are called   “brittle diabetics.”  
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Other risk factors for diabetes mellitus (DM) include:   1. Highly irregular menses. 2. More than 40 days between cycles. 3. A waist size greater than 40 inches in men and 35 inches in women.  
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Some studies indicate that type II diabetes mellitus (DM) can double the risk of   Alzheimer’s disease (AD).  
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GTT   glucose tolerance test  
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PPBS   postprandial blood sugar  
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FBS   fasting blood sugar  
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A1c (HbA1c)   provides an average of your BS control over a 6 to 12 week period  
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A1c (HbA1c) normal range   4% - 6% (DM > 7%)  
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fructosamine test   measures average glucose levels over the past 3 weeks  
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PBI   protein bound iodine  
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RAIU   radioactive iodine uptake test  
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HCG   human chorionic gonadotropin (serum and urine pregnancy test)  
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