Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following homeostatic imbalances results from hyposecretion of growth hormone?

gigantism

elephantiasis

pituitary dwarfism

acromegaly

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Understand the role of growth hormone: Growth hormone (GH) is crucial for normal growth and development, especially in children. It stimulates growth in tissues and bones.

Identify the condition related to hyposecretion: Hyposecretion refers to the underproduction of a hormone. In the case of growth hormone, hyposecretion during childhood can lead to a condition known as pituitary dwarfism.

Differentiate between conditions: Gigantism and acromegaly are conditions associated with hypersecretion (overproduction) of growth hormone, not hyposecretion. Elephantiasis is unrelated to growth hormone and is caused by parasitic infections.

Recognize symptoms of pituitary dwarfism: This condition is characterized by a significantly shorter stature compared to peers, but with normal body proportions.

Conclude the correct answer: Based on the understanding of growth hormone functions and the effects of its hyposecretion, pituitary dwarfism is the correct condition resulting from the underproduction of growth hormone.