NR325 Exam 1

Cushing’s Disease

Too much cortisol (Hypercortisolism) > Over-secretion of ACTH

endocrine system

the secretion or inhibition of hormones into the bloodstream

SIADH (Syndrome of inapprpriate diuretic hormone)

Hypersecretion of ADH

Diabetes Insipidus

Hyposecretion of ADH

ACTH

regulates secretion of adrenal hormones (increases in response to

stress)

TSH

stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine (T4), and then triiodothyronine (T3) which stimulates the metabolism of almost every tissue in the body

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

Regulation of Adrenal hormones is accomplished through…(which is produced by

the anterior pituitary gland)

Mineralocorticoids (aldosterone)

maintains sodium, and fluid balance

Glucocorticoids (cortisol)

provide the body with the materials needed for energy; proteins, fats, glucose, water