Melissa, age 40, comes to the clinic, troubled by swelling in her face and unusual fat deposition on her back and abdomen. She reports that she bruises easily. Blood tests show an elevated glucose level. What is your diagnosis, and which glands might be causing the problem?

Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.Hypertension may result from hypersecretion ofa. thyroxine.b. cortisol.c. aldosterone.d. ADH.

Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.Hormones that regulate mineral (salt) levels includea. calcitonin.b. aldosterone.c. atrial natriuretic peptide.d. glucagon.

Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.Which of the following is given as a drug to reduce inflammation?a. Epinephrineb. Cortisolc. Aldosteroned. ADH

Two hormones are closely involved in the regulation of the fluid and electrolyte balance of the body. Name them, and explain their effects on their common target organ.

Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.Which of the following hormones is (are) secreted by neurons?a. Oxytocinb. Insulinc. ADHd. Cortisol

The anterior pituitary is often referred to as the master endocrine gland, but it too has a 'master.' What controls the release of hormones by the anterior pituitary?

The parents of 14-year-old Megan are concerned about her height because she is only 4 feet tall and they are both close to 6 feet tall. After tests by their doctor, certain hormones are prescribed for the girl. What is the probable diagnosis? What hormones are prescribed, and why might the girl expect to reach normal height?

The major stimulus for release of parathyroid hormone isa. hormonal,b. humoral,c. neural.