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Anatomy and Physiology Level One

Module 9:Endocrine System

Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education1500 West Seventh AvenueStillwater, Ok 74074-4364

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Major Instructional Area: Module Set II: Major Body Systems Instructional Module: Module 9: Endocrine System Instructional Module Objective: After completing this module, you will be able to describe and identify the major structures of the endocrine system, state the functions of the major organs of the endocrine system, and define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the endocrine system. You will demonstrate these competencies by completing the assignment sheet and by scoring a minimum of 85 percent on the Written Test and on the Module Review.

Objectives: Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

1. Define the term endocrine system.

2. List the primary physiological characteristics of the body that are affected by the hormones of the endocrine system.

3. Match the major glands of the endocrine system to their correct definitions.

4. Label the major glands of the endocrine system.

5. Complete statements that describe the structure and function of the pituitary gland.

6. Match the primary hormones of the pituitary gland to their correct functions.

7. Define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the pituitary gland.

8. Complete statements that describe the function of the thyroid gland.

9. Define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the thyroid gland.

10.Complete statements that describe the function of the parathyroid glands.

11.Define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the parathyroid glands.

12.Complete statements that describe the structure and function of the adrenal glands.

13.Match the primary hormones of the adrenal glands to their correct functions.

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14.Define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the adrenal glands.

15.Complete statements that describe the function of the gonads.

16.Describe the common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the gonads.

17.Complete statements that describe the function of the pancreas (islets of Langerhans).

18.Define common disorders and abnormalities associated with the hormones of the pancreas (islets of Langerhans).

19.Complete statements that describe the function of the pineal body.

20.Complete statements that describe the function of the thymus gland.

21.Complete statements that describe the endocrine functions of organs in the body that are not classified as endocrine glands.

22.Practice critical thinking: complete case studies that determine medical interventions for endocrine disorders. (Assignment Sheet1)

References:

Surgical Technology, Anatomy and Physiology, Module Set II: Major Body Systems, Student Edition. Stillwater, OK: Multistate Academic and Vocational Curriculum Consortium, 2002.

Suggested completion time: 6 hours

Instructional Module: AP1- 9

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Instructional Activities Endocrine System

Directions: Please place a check in the box as you complete each step. Read Instructional Module cover page, objectives, and learning activities page.

Complete Learning Activities Sheet Surgical Technology, Anatomy and Physiology, Module Set II: Major Body Systems, for all objectives.

Do assignments as directed by Instructor.

View video or computer program as directed by Instructor.

Study for test. The instructor may give several quizzes in addition to the final test.

Take written test over module. See your instructor if you grade is less than 85%. If your grade is 85% or above, proceed to the next Instructional Module.

Evaluations:

_______Assignment as directed by Instructor_______Module Test

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