1. Which of the following is the most common first point of contact for patients with an endocrine condition who are seeking care?

1. the person’s general practitioner
2. the emergency department
3. mental health services
4. an endocrinologist

2. The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland is controlled via which of the following?

1. stimulating/inhibiting hormones from the hypothalamus
2. nerve impulses which originate in the hypothalamus
3. it independently controls its functions
4. it is controlled by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland

3. Which of the following are steroid hormones derived from?

1. proteins
2. cholesterol
3. carbohydrate
4. none of these

4. Which of the following cells located in the islet of Langerhans are responsible for secreting insulin?

1. beta
2. gamma
3. alpha
4. delta

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the three most common clinical characteristics of diabetes?

1. polyuria
2. polydipsia
3. polyphagia
4. polypnea

6. The thyroid gland produces which of the following?

1. iodine
2. T cells
3. thyrotropin releasing hormone
4. thyroxine

7. The signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism typically include which of the following?

1. bradycardia
2. fatigue
3. cold skin
4. tachycardia

8. An enlarged thyroid gland is referred to as which of the following?

1. exophthalmos
2. a thyroid storm
3. hypothyroidism
4. goitre

9. Which of the following is NOT a patient education programme related to diabetes?

1. X-PERT Health
2. DESMOND
3. DAFNE
4. DORIS

10. Which of the following are the recommended weekly physical activity guidelines for adults (NHS, 2015)?

1. 50 mins of moderate aerobic activity and strength exercises on 2 or more days
2. 150 mins of moderate aerobic activity and strength exercises on 1 or more days
3. 100 mins of moderate aerobic activity and strength exercises on 3 or more days
4. 150 mins of moderate aerobic activity and strength exercises on 2 or more days