Measurement of Urinary Metanephrine and Vanillylmandelic Acid (VMA)assesses the Amount

question 16

Multiple Choice

Measurement of urinary metanephrine and vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) assesses the amount of hormone secreted by the _____ and is done to detect the presence of _____.

• A) gastrointestinal (GI)tract; carcinoid tumor
• B) adrenal medulla; pheochromocytoma
• C) adrenal cortex; Cushing syndrome
• D) medulla of the brain; neuroblastoma

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Definitions:

Group Development

The stages groups go through as they progress from their formation to achieving their objectives, including forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.

Forming

The initial stage of team development where members meet, form initial impressions, and establish team norms and structures.

Norming

is a stage in team development where members resolve their differences, appreciate colleagues' strengths, and establish norms and cohesiveness.

Performing

The fourth stage of group development, characterized by high levels of productivity, cohesion, and effective functioning towards achieving goals.