A&P 2 Exam 1 Review | Chapter 17: The Endocrine System

Prepare for your Anatomy & Physiology endocrine system exam with this comprehensive review designed specifically for undergraduate students pursuing careers in allied health! In this video, we review the major concepts you need to understand about the endocrine system, including endocrine glands, hormones, hormone regulation, negative feedback mechanisms, and the functions of key hormones throughout the body. Whether you're preparing for a lecture exam, practical exam, final exam, TEAS-style coursework, or simply trying to strengthen your understanding of A&P, this review is designed to help you connect the concepts and focus on the material most important for your healthcare education. This video is especially helpful for students preparing for programs and careers in: • Nursing • Surgical Technology • Diagnostic Medical Sonography • Radiologic Technology • Respiratory Therapy • Dental Hygiene • Medical Assisting • Physical Therapist Assisting • Occupational Therapy Assisting • Other allied health professions Topics may include: • Functions of the endocrine system • Hormones and target cells • Steroid vs. nonsteroid hormones • Negative feedback mechanisms • The hypothalamus and pituitary gland • Thyroid and parathyroid glands • Adrenal glands • Pancreatic hormones and blood glucose regulation • Pineal gland and thymus • Reproductive hormones Grab your notes, pause when you need to, and use this video as a study tool to review the big-picture concepts and reinforce what you're learning in Anatomy & Physiology. Refer to chapter 17 in OpenStax Anatomy & Physiology, 2e specifically Table 17.2 https://openstax.org/books/anatomy-an... Good luck on your exam—and remember: understanding how the endocrine system works is more important than simply memorizing a list of hormones! #AnatomyAndPhysiology #EndocrineSystem #AandP #NursingPrerequisites #AlliedHealth #AandPExamReview #NursingStudent #HealthcareStudents #StudyWithMe