The Nurse Is Reviewing Information with a Patient About the Normal

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing information with a patient about the normal anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system. Which factor is inaccurate?

• A)All endocrine glands are anatomically separate in location.
• B)All endocrine glands function independently of each other.
• C)Most hormone levels are regulated by a negative feedback system.
• D)Each hormone is secreted in response to a specific stimulus.

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Definitions:

External Carotid Artery

A major artery that supplies oxygenated blood to various facial and cranial structures.

Median Antebrachial

The median antebrachial vein is a vein that runs along the medial aspect of the forearm and is involved in the drainage of blood from the arm.

Median Cubital

A vein located in the cubital fossa of the arm, commonly used for venipuncture to draw blood or administer intravenous medications.

Basilic Vein

A large vein located on the upper arm and forearm that is often used for intravenous injections or blood draw.