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Which of the following is an example of a neurodevelopmental disorder?
 
  A) dementia
  B) anorexia nervosa
  C) encopresis
  D) autism

Question 2

Which of the following hormones is critical in emergency situations?
 
  A) cortisol
  B) aldosterone
  C) epinephrine
  D) thyroxine


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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: Autism is classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder. Dementia is an example of a neurocognitive disorder. Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder. Encopresis is an example of an elimination disorder.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: Epinephrine is critical in emergency situations. Cortisol regulates carbohydrate metabolism. Aldosterone regulates sodium and potassium in the body. Thyroxine helps regulate the production of energy and heat in the body to adjust the body's metabolic rate.



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