Adrenal insufficiency - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

ATI Endocrine system A nurse is assessing a client who has adrenal insufficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Moon-shaped face b.Weight gain c.Calcium 12.8 mg/dL d. Sodium 150 mEq/L - ANSWER c. Calcium 12.8 mg/dL A client who has adrenal insufficiency will have a calcium level above the expected reference range of 4.5 to 5.6 mg/dL. Moon-shaped face A rounded face, or a moon-shaped face, is a finding of Cus...

Where are the adrenal glands located? (10/18) Adrenal glands are located at superior pole of each kidney What does the adrenal cortex and the adrenal medulla secrete? (10/18) The adrenal cortex secretes DHEA, mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosteron) and glucocorticoids (eg, cortisol). The adrenal medulla secretes catecholamines (eg, epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine). What are 5 of the major disorders of the adrenal cortex? (10/18) 1. Hypercortisolism (Cushing syndrome) 2. Adrenal i...

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EXAM 5 - Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia| 2023/24 low aldosterone low cortisol high testosterone - What hormones are increased/decreased in congenital adrenal hyperplasia? adrenal insufficiency and virilization of females or Increase in size, pigmentation of penis - precocious puberty in males - What does low aldosterone, low cortisol and high testosterone cause? external genitalia look more male - What occurs with female virilizution? There is a lack of cortisol so there is no neg...

Relias ED RN A, Complete Test Fall 2023 What is the current recommended dose of intravenous or intraosseous epinephrine in adult patients with cardiac arrest? 10 mg every 10 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes 1 mg every 7 minutes 0.1 mg every 2 minutes A patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is MOST likely to suffer from what condition? Diabetes mellitus Cerebral palsy Diabetes Insipidus Myxedema coma A patient presents after sustaining a roll-over motor vehicle accident. Th...

Exam 2: NUR 2063 / NUR2063 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Essentials of Pathophysiology Review-Questions and Verified Answers - Rasmussen Q: patient has dizziness, increased heart rate, and just had dialysis, what would you do? Answer: take vitals, take ECG, electrolyte panal Q: Cushing's disease Answer: too much ACTH gain water weight bleed easily bone density reduced lathargic moon face personality changes gynecomastia Øterm only used for pituitary hyperstimulation of...

Test Bank for Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology 14th Edition By John E. Hall; Michael E. Hall Chapter 1- 85 Complete Guide A+ 7128, 2 1. Functional Organization of the Human Body and Control of the “Internal Environment” 2. The Cell and Its Functions 3. Genetic Control of Protein Synthesis, Cell Function, and Cell Reproduction 4. Transport of Substances Through Cell Membranes 5. Membrane Potentials and Action Potentials 6. Contraction of Skeletal Muscle 7...

4 things about hyperthyroidism - Graves' Disease Exophthalmos Thyroidectomy Goiter 4 things about SIADH - Increased ADH Can't excrete diluted urine Decreased Sodium (135-145) Increased Fluid Volume 5 things about Adrenal insufficiency - Addison Disease Corticosteroid use Decreased glucose also Increased glucose from steroids ACTH done to see if pituitary gland is functioning Monitor fluids and electrolytes 5 things about Hyperparathyroidism - Decreased bone density Decreased PTH ...

QUESTION Addison's Disease (Adrenal Gland Hypofunction) Answer: •Adrenal insufficiency QUESTION findings in Addison's Disease Answer: •hypotension, hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, hyperpigmentation QUESTION Addisonian crisis Answer: life-threatening event, need for cortisol and aldosterone is greater than available supply; usually occurs in response to stressful event; severe hypotension QUESTION Cushing's (Hypercortisolism) Answer: •Excess secretion of cortisol from adrenal...

Relias ED RN A Test Questions with 100% Correct Answers Updated & Verified What is the current recommended dose of intravenous or intraosseous epinephrine in adult patients with cardiac arrest? 10 mg every 10 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes 1 mg every 7 minutes 0.1 mg every 2 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes A patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is MOST likely to suffer from what condition? Diabetes mellitus Cerebral palsy Diabetes Insipidus Myxedema coma Diabetes Insipidu...