Download Learning Objectives – The Endocrine System

Learning Objectives – The Endocrine System
1.
Define a hormone, and state the function of hormones.
2.
Discuss the difference in mode of action between peptide and steroid hormones.
3.
Name the major endocrine glands, and identify their location.
4.
Discuss the control of glandular secretion by nervous mechanisms, hormonal mechanisms, and
negative feedback.
5.
Explain the anatomical and functional relationships between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.
6.
Name and discuss two hormones produced by the posterior pituitary. Name the hormones produced
by the anterior pituitary.
7.
Discuss the anatomy of the thyroid gland and the chemistry and physiological function of its hormones.
8.
Discuss the function of parathyroid hormone.
9.
Describe the anatomy of the adrenal glands.
10.
Discuss the function of the adrenal medulla and its relationship to the nervous system.
11.
Name three categories of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, give an example of each, and
discuss their actions.
12.
Describe the anatomy of the pancreas.
13.
Name two hormones produced by the pancreas, and discuss their functions.
14.
Discuss the two types of diabetes mellitus, hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia.
15.
Name the most important male and female sex hormones. Discuss their functions, and be able to
describe the effects they have at puberty.
16.
State the location and function of the pineal gland and thymus gland.
17.
Describe anatomical and physiological changes that occur in the endocrine system with aging.
18.
Describe how the endocrine system works to maintain homeostasis.