The Secretion of Calcitonin Is Increased When the Client Experiences

question 1

Multiple Choice

The secretion of calcitonin is increased when the client experiences:

• A)Hypercalcemia.
• B)Hypocalcemia.
• C)Hypothyroidism.
• D)Hyperthyroidism.

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Definitions:

Caldera

A broad volcanic depression, generally the result of a substantial eruption followed by the fall-in of the volcano's opening.

Banded Iron Formations

Layers of iron-rich minerals alternated with silica or chert, deposited in marine environments over 2.5 billion years ago and are important iron ore sources.

Metal-rich Fluids

Liquids emanating from the Earth's crust, usually heated by magma, that are high in dissolved metals, often found in volcanic and hydrothermal areas.

Magma

A molten rock material beneath the earth's surface, which can solidify to form igneous rocks.