Question

question 18 (2.5 points)
treatment of hypopituitarism is based on the patients ______.
○ gender
○ family history
○ race
○ age

question 19 (2.5 points)
exophthalmos is one of the distinguishing manifestations of ______.
○ hyperthyroidism
○ hypothyroidism
○ hasimotos disease
○ addisons disease

question 20 (2.5 points)
vasopressin deficiency may cause ______.
○ diabetes mellitus
○ myxedema
○ diabetes insipidus
○ cretinism

Explanation:

Question 18

Hypopituitarism treatment is tailored to the patient's age as hormonal needs and treatment approaches vary with age (e.g., pediatric vs. adult care). Gender, family history, and race are not primary determinants for treatment.

Exophthalmos (protruding eyes) is a classic sign of hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease), while hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, and Addison's do not typically present with this.

Vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) deficiency leads to diabetes insipidus (excessive urination, thirst). Diabetes mellitus is insulin - related, myxedema is hypothyroid - related, and cretinism is congenital hypothyroidism.

Answer:

D. age

Question 19