Download Learning Objectives 10 Endocrine System

Learning Objectives – Ch 10: The Endocrine System
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Define a hormone, and state the function of hormones
Discuss the difference in mode of action between peptide and steroid hormones
Name the major endocrine glands, and identify their location
Discuss the control of glandular secretion by nervous mechanisms, hormonal
mechanisms, and negative feedback
Explain the anatomical and functional relationships between the hypothalamus and the
pituitary gland
Name and discuss two hormones produced by the posterior pituitary
Name the hormones produced by the anterior pituitary
Discuss the anatomy of the thyroid gland and the chemistry and physiological function
of its hormones
Discuss the function of parathyroid hormone
Describe the hormones of the adrenal glands and their functions
Describe the anatomy of the pancreas
Name two hormones produced by the pancreas, and discuss their functions
Discuss the causes and symptoms of diabetes mellitus
Name the most important male and female sex hormones and know their functions, and
the effects they have at puberty
State the location and function of the pineal gland and thymus gland
Describe how the endocrine system works to maintain homeostasis