The nursing student learns that the hypothalamus serves what purpose?
A) Causes the secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
B) Controls voluntary movement
C) Secretes norepinephrine
D) Helps maintain red blood cell production
A
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The hypothalamus causes the secretion of ACTH, leading to a release of the adrenal hormones including cortisol, which suppresses the immune and inflammatory reactions to preserve energy that otherwise, might be used by these activities. The hypothalamus does not have a role in controlling voluntary movement. The adrenal glands secrete norepinephrine. Red blood cells are produced in the bone marrow and are stimulated to produce the cells by epoetin secreted by the kidney.
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