Solved

During a Routine Examination of a 3-Year-Old Child, the Pediatrician

question 14

Multiple Choice

During a routine examination of a 3-year-old child, the pediatrician notes that the color of the pupil is white and that the child is cross-eyed. She asks the child's father if there are any cases of retinoblastoma in the family, and when the answer is in the affirmative she calls in a pediatric ophthalmologist. The ophthalmologist knows that retinoblastoma is due to the mutation of the Rb gene (retinoblastoma gene) and that it is a recessive trait. Not all cases of retinoblastoma have a familial component. In the sporadic form of retinoblastoma, the child's normal genetic complement does not predispose the child to have retinoblastoma. If this child had the sporadic form of retinoblastoma, then

Identify the glands of the endocrine system and the hormones they produce.

Understand the interaction between the endocrine system and the nervous system.

Recognize the effects of hormones on behavior and physiological processes.

Comprehend the role of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in regulating endocrine functions.

Definitions:

Special Interest Group

A group of individuals or organizations that unites based on shared interests or goals to influence public policy or opinion.

Police Unions

Organizations representing the collective interests of police officers, focusing on issues such as wages, working conditions, and legal protections.

Penn State University

A public research university located in State College, Pennsylvania, known for its strong academic programs and research initiatives.

Hidden Curriculum

Refers to the unspoken or implicit values, behaviors, and norms that are learned in school, beyond the formal content of lessons.