Priority assessment with Addisons disease? - correct answer HR and dysrhythmias d/t
hyperkalemia
Medications used to treat Addisons? - correct answer corticosteroids
S/s of addisons disease? - correct answer muscle weakness, dark pigmentation,
hypotension, confusion, restlessness, N/V, cyanosis, shock
Education for patients with Addisons? - correct answer nutrition- increase
carbohydrates, increase protein, increase salt, avoid heat and stress because they are
triggers, flu like symptoms- CALL DR/ GO TO ER because could be Addisonian crisis,
must have home emergency kit with steroids
Medication for DI - correct answer DDAVP
Education for DI and SIADH - correct answer daily weights, fluid and electrolyte
imbalances, fluid restriction/give fluids
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