Which of the following conditions results from hyposecretion of the thyroid gland in an adult?
A) myxedema
B) ketoacidosis
C) tetany
D) pheochromocytoma
A
Explanation: Myxedema is caused by hyposecretion of the thyroid gland. Ketoacidosis is a result of insufficient insulin. Tetany is caused by hyposecretion of the parathyroid gland. Pheochromocytoma will cause a hypersecretion of the adrenal medulla.
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