The nurse caring for clients with endocrine disorders knows that the endocrine system is intricately involved in regulating nearly all body processes. What hormone aids the transport of glucose into cells and decreases blood glucose levels?
A) Testosterone
B) Cortisol
C) Insulin
D) Thyroid hormone
C
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Insulin aids the transport of glucose into cells; it is required for cellular metabolism of foods, especially glucose; and it decreases blood glucose levels. Testosterone stimulates growth and development of male sexual organs, cortisol aids in metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and thyroid hormone increases metabolic rate.
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