In which body process(es) is/are the endocrine system involved? (select all that apply.)
a. Regulation of metabolism
b. Growth rate
c. Physical development
d. Sexual function
e. Reproductive process
A, B, C, D, E
All functions listed are affected or controlled by the pituitary gland.
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A) "Type 1 diabetes has a variety of causes that work together to cause the disease." B) "It is thought to be caused by environmental factors like a virus." C) "Part of the cause of diabetes is immunologic. That means your body is destroying itself." D) "The causes of type 1 diabetes are genetic, immunologic, and environmental."
A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted for eye surgery. As part of client education, the nurse is required to explain the function of the various structures of the eye
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