PANCE Practice Test - Question List

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6. Which of the following disorders are usually characterized by weight loss, depressed mood, feeling of tired, fatigue and frequent, nonspecific abdominal pain?
  1. Pheochromocytoma
  2. Pancreatic carcinoma
  3. Adrenocortical insufficiency
  4. Cushing syndrome
7. Release of which of the following hormones is inhibited by insulin?
  1. Glucagon
  2. ADH
  3. Beta cells
  4. Somatostatin
8. Which of the following metabolic effects is caused by insulin release?
  1. Increased breakdown of fats
  2. Increased breakdown of proteins
  3. Decreased blood sugar
  4. Causes glucose to be phosphorylated in kidney
9.

All of the following statements are true about Type I diabetes mellitus EXCEPT:

  1. It may be linked to autoimmune issues
  2. Onset is usually prior to age 20
  3. Beta islet cells are destroyed
  4. Insulin injections are unnecessary
10. Which of the following is NOT a complication of chronic diabetes mellitus?
  1. Atherosclerosis
  2. Neuropathy
  3. Glaucoma
  4. Hypotension

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