Which of the Following Hormones Corrects a Hyperglycemic State

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following hormones corrects a hyperglycemic state?

• A) Insulin
• B) Epinephrine
• C) Cortisol
• D) Glucagon

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy, slowing the heart rate, and facilitating digestion and relaxation.

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline; involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose metabolism.

Polygraph

An instrument that measures multiple physiological responses, such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration, used to infer truths or falsehoods in a person's statements.