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 Heart3h 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

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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Multiple Choice

Why would a patient be prescribed Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin?

To manage blood glucose levels in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

To replace glucagon in patients with low blood sugar.

To treat acute hypoglycemia in diabetic patients.

To stimulate the production of insulin in the pancreas.

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Understand the role of insulin in the body: Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

Identify the purpose of NPH insulin: Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin is an intermediate-acting insulin used to manage blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

Differentiate between the types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes is characterized by the body's inability to produce insulin, while type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance or insufficient insulin production.

Recognize the use of NPH insulin: NPH insulin is prescribed to help maintain stable blood glucose levels over a longer period, typically used in conjunction with other insulin types for comprehensive diabetes management.

Clarify misconceptions: NPH insulin does not replace glucagon, treat acute hypoglycemia, or stimulate insulin production in the pancreas. Its primary function is to manage blood glucose levels in diabetic patients.