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Question | Answer |
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neuroendocrine system | Hypothalamus of the CNS directs the activity of the master gland - the pituitary Two systems govern all bodily systems |
Pituitary Anterior (adenohypophysis) | TSH, GH, ACTH, Prolactin, FSH, LH |
Pituitary Posterior (neurohypophysis) | ADH, oxytocin |
Endocrine regulation | negative feedback system |
Vasopressin and desmopressin | Used to treat diabetes insipidus, GI bleeding disorders, hemophilia ○ Monitor fluids for overload or deficits |
• somatrem | ○ Used to treat dwarfism ○ Will see increased height at puberty Only available parenterally |
Corticotropin (Acthar) | Corticotropin - lack of pituitary adrenal stimulating hormone ATH Epinephrine Norepinephrine Steroids Treats Ms Inflammatory diseases DONT give immunizations during therapy ○ Do not abruptly stop this medication ○ Look for increased muscle s |