https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/506/the-endocrine-systemWelcome to the Revision Guide for Student Nurses (Part I) by Vanessa Bird VN. This guide contains notes, self-test questionnaires and practical tasks to help you through your exams (Level 2 NVQ), and to use as a reference afterwards.April 2009. Importen-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/506/the-endocrine-systemThu, 02 Apr 2009 15:10:04 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:b5e8d06a-1ecf-4b9c-b1e5-814414e1ea80Arlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/506/the-endocrine-system#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 1 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/2/2009 3:10:04 PM<br /> <p><strong>QUESTIONS</strong></p> <ol class="wikiextraspace"> <li>State the function of the endocrine system. </li> <li>What is the difference between an endocrine and an exocrine gland? </li> <li>Define hormone. </li> <li>Although most hormones are produced by the endocrine glands, there are several exceptions. List 3, giving their source of production and function. </li> <li>What is meant by a &quot;mixed gland&quot;? Give an example. </li> <li>What is the name of the endocrine part of the pancreas? </li> <li>Name the 2 hormones secreted by the islets of Langerhans. </li> <li>What is the name of the disease which is caused by a disturbance in the oxidisation and utilisation of glucose, which is secondary to a malfunction of the beta cells of the pancreas? </li> <li>What is secreted by the exocrine part of the pancreas? </li> <li>Where are the thyroid glands situated? </li> <li>List the 3 hormones secreted by the thyroid glands and give their functions. </li> <li>What is another name for hypothyroidism (a condition where an insufficiency of thyroxin and tri-iodothyronine secretion may result in obesity, lethargy and poor condition of the skin and coat)? </li> <li>What is the name of the hormone produced by the parathyroid glands, and what is its function? </li> <li>Hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which excessive activity of the parathyroid glands cause drainage of calcium from the bones. Name the 3 ways in which hyperparathyroidism may occur. </li> <li>Hyperparathyroidism as a result of chronic renal failure is also known as renal rickets, but it has another name too. What is it? </li> <li>Can you name the 3 hormones produced by the ovary? In addition, state the part of the ovary from which each originates. What are the functions of these hormones? </li> <li>Can you name the 2 hormones produced by the testes? In addition state the name of the cells from which each originates. What are the functions of these hormones? </li> <li>Where are the adrenal glands located? </li> <li>There are 2 regions within the adrenal glands, each secreting different hormones. Name these regions. </li> <li>Name the 2 hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla. </li> <li>Adrenaline and noradrenaline are controlled by the fibres of the sympathetic nervous system and act to prepare the body for emergencies. List 3 clinical signs that occur as a result of the secretion of these hormones. </li> <li>Name the 3 groups of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex. </li> <li>What do the hormones produced by the adrenal cortex have in common? </li> <li>What is the most likely cause of an increased secretion of glucocorticoids? </li> <li>State the 2 main functions of the glucocorticoids. </li> <li>What is the name of the hormone that plays an important role in the maintenance of the electrolyte balance of the body? </li> <li>Name the 2 components of the pituitary gland. </li> <li>The anterior pituitary produces 7 hormones. Name them and state the function of each. </li> <li>Name the 2 hormones produced by the posterior pituitary and state the function of each. </li> <li>By what other name is antidiuretic hormone known? </li> </ol><div style="clear:both;"></div>