The anterior portion of the pituitary gland secretes all of the ...

[erika]

The anterior portion of the pituitary gland secretes all of the following hormones except:
 
  1. The growth hormone.
   2. Adrenocorticotrophi c hormones.
   3. The antidiuretic hormone.
   4. The luteinizing hormone.

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a 10-year-old girl that has a BMI of 33. The nurse knows that this child is at risk for: (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. High blood pressure.
   2. Precocious puberty.
   3. Atherosclerosis.
   4. Type 1 diabetes.
   5. Hyperlipidemia.

[elizabethrperez]

Answer to Question 1

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1. The growth hormone is secreted by the anterior portion of the pituitary gland.
2. Adrenocorticotrophi c hormones are secreted in the cortex, which is in the anterior lobe.
3. The antidiuretic hormone is secreted in the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland.
4. The luteinizing hormone is controlled by the anterior portion of the pituitary gland.

Answer to Question 2

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1. The child is obese and has an increased risk for high blood pressure.
2. The child is not at risk for precocious puberty with a high BMI.
3. The child is at risk for building plaque on her arteries and veins since a child with a BMI of 33 more than likely has poor nutrition.
4. Weight does not determine Type 1 diabetes.
5. The child is at risk for increased lipids because a child with a BMI of 33 more than likely has poor nutrition.

[erika]

Great answer, keep it coming

[xoxo123]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it