Adrenal insufficiency - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Introduction to physiology: the cell and general physiology. 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 II. Membrane physiology, nerve, and muscle. 4. The DNA code in the cell nucleus is transferred to an RNA code in the cell cytoplasm the process of transcription; 5. Membrane potentials and action potentials; 6. C...

KAPLAN MED SURG UPDATED QUESTIONS ANS ANSWERS 2023 1. The nurse instructs a client who had a subtotal gastrectomy. Which statement should be included in the instructions? -Eat a low carbohydrate diet every day 2. The nurse is caring for a client who had a tracheostomy performed the previous day. Which finding most concerns the nurse? -The client’s secretions are thick, yellow and dry 3. The nurse cares for a client with a diagnosis of acute adrenal insufficiency (adrenal crises). What...

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...

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...

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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Healthstream Test 2022/2023 Updated Questions and Answers with complete solution A patient assessment reveals distended neck veins, pulsus paradoxus, and decreased systolic pressure. This assessment is most consistent with: cardiac tamponade. The nurse is caring for a patient with severe sepsis and third-degree heart block. The patient is hypotensive. The treatment for this life-threatening rhythm change includes: transcutaneous pacing. A patient is admitted to the ICU with suspected ...

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...

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 ...