16. The Endocrine System
The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
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Which of the following describes a tropic hormone?
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The following hormones are all produced by the pituitary gland. Which hormone is NOT released by the anterior pituitary?
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What is the primary function of the hypothalamic-hypophyseal portal system in hormone transport?
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Which of the following statements about the posterior pituitary is true?
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Which ANS fibers release acetylcholine? Which release norepinephrine?
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Describe the events that occur during nerve impulse transmission at a typical cholinergic synapse.
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A possible side effect of a drug used to open the airways of someone suffering from an asthma attack is
(a) Decreased activity of the digestive system
(b) Diarrhea
(c) Profuse urination
(d) Increased blood pressure
(e) Decreased heart rate
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Nicotine stimulates cholinergic receptors of the ANS. Based on this information, how would cigarette smoking affect the cardiovascular system?
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