Identify common pathological conditions of the endocrine system.

Identification should include

• listing the most common pathological conditions
• describing each condition, using medical terminology
• recognizing common signs, symptoms, or findings associated with each condition.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are common pathological conditions of the thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, adrenal glands, pancreas, and pituitary gland resulting from excessive or deficient secretions of the gland?
• What are the signs, symptoms, or findings associated with each common pathological condition of the endocrine system?
• What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
• What are effective means of preventing some common pathological conditions of the endocrine system?