Nr 325 exam 1 2023 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 Endocrine System Function – CORRRECT ANSWERS Produce hormones and secrete them directly into the bloodstream Insulin – CORRRECT ANSWERS Regulator of metabolism and storage of ingested carbohydrates, fats, and proteins (anabolic or storage hormone). Facilitates glucose transport across cell membranes Counterregulatory Hormones – CORRRECT ANSWERS Oppose the effects of insulin, and increase blood glucose levels. They provide a regulated release of glucose for ...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 E what is tuberculosis? – CORRECT ANSWERS A respiratory infection, person who encounters M Tuberculosis can develop active TB. airborne precautions. Once in the lungs, it likes to be in high o2 flow area so likes to get to and live in the base of the lungs. Forms a "lesion" or "turbucle". Once that happens, it goes to the apex. Once the turbucle forms, fibrotic tissue, scar tissue grows around it eventually long term. who typically gets TB? - CORRECT ANSWERS I...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 glucagon, epinephrine, growth hormone [GH], cortisol work against the effects of insulin There are several hormones that combat insulin that are known as counterregulatory hormones, what are they? These hormones increase blood glucose levels by (1) stimulating glucose production and release by the liver and (2) decreasing the movement of glucose into the cells. The counterregulatory hormones and insulin work together to maintain blood glucose levels within the normal ...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 Endocrine System Function – CORRRECT ANSWERS Produce hormones and secrete them directly into the bloodstream Insulin – CORRRECT ANSWERS Regulator of metabolism and storage of ingested carbohydrates, fats, and proteins (anabolic or storage hormone). Facilitates glucose transport across cell membranes Counterregulatory Hormones – CORRRECT ANSWERS Oppose the effects of insulin, and increase blood glucose levels. They provide a regulated release of glucose for ...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 What are some signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism? Whats another name for hypothyroidism? - CORRECT ANSWERSHashimotos Everything is low and slow - Weight gain - Cold intolerant - Depressed, fatigue - Bradycardia - Constipation - Hair loss, dry skin What can happen if hypothyroidism progresses - CORRECT ANSWERSMyxedema Patient will need: - Mechanical ventilation - Cardiac monitoring - Monitor temperature What medication would we give to a patient with hypot...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 E what is tuberculosis? – CORRECT ANSWERS A respiratory infection, person who encounters M Tuberculosis can develop active TB. airborne precautions. Once in the lungs, it likes to be in high o2 flow area so likes to get to and live in the base of the lungs. Forms a "lesion" or "turbucle". Once that happens, it goes to the apex. Once the turbucle forms, fibrotic tissue, scar tissue grows around it eventually long term. who typically gets TB? - CORRECT ANSWERS I...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 glucagon, epinephrine, growth hormone [GH], cortisol work against the effects of insulin There are several hormones that combat insulin that are known as counterregulatory hormones, what are they? These hormones increase blood glucose levels by (1) stimulating glucose production and release by the liver and (2) decreasing the movement of glucose into the cells. The counterregulatory hormones and insulin work together to maintain blood glucose levels within the normal ...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 M The usual pharmaceutical treatment of diabetes insipidus? - CORRECT ANSWERS Desmopressin A PT on desmopressin will present with what normal side effect? - CORRECT ANSWERS Decreased urine output Patient education for desmopressin should include an immediate referral to the PCP for what s/sx? - CORRECT ANSWERS Nausea, vomitting, GI issues, and hypotension PT education for synthroid should include? - CORRECT ANSWERS Life-long therapy, do not stop meds abruptly, take...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 iSBARR - CORRECT ANSWERS introduction, situation, background, assessment, recommendation, read back What does Phoebe the cat love? - CORRECT ANSWERS belly rubs Potassium normal values - CORRECT ANSWERS 3.5-5.0 mEq/L Treatment for hypokalemia - CORRECT ANSWERS 10 mEQ K+ IV/hour oral replacement- potatoes, avocados treatment for hyperkalemia - CORRECT ANSWERS DICK- Dextrose, Insuline (regular), Calcium glucunate, Kayexalate Lasix (not K+ sparing) Hypokalemia EKG chan...

NR 325 Exam 1 2023 What are some signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism? Whats another name for hypothyroidism? - CORRECT ANSWERSHashimotos Everything is low and slow - Weight gain - Cold intolerant - Depressed, fatigue - Bradycardia - Constipation - Hair loss, dry skin What can happen if hypothyroidism progresses - CORRECT ANSWERSMyxedema Patient will need: - Mechanical ventilation - Cardiac monitoring - Monitor temperature What medication would we give to a patient with hypot...