The Nurse Is Aware That the Adrenal Cortex Secretes a Variety

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse is aware that the adrenal cortex secretes a variety of hormones. Which is an incorrect function of glucocorticoids?

• A)In both genders, they contribute to libido.
• B)They are small amounts of male androgens.
• C)In females, they counterbalance estrogen effects.
• D)They are the only source of estrogen after menopause.

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Definitions:

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that function best in relatively bright light and enable the perception of color.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are responsible for vision in low light conditions.

Nonspectral Colors

Colors that do not appear in the visible spectrum and are perceived through the combination of two or more wavelengths, such as pink or brown.

Receptor Cells

Specialized cells that respond to specific types of energy (e.g., light, sound) and convert it into neural activity.