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BC3 - Endocrine

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Anterior Pituitary Secretes   growth hormone, thyroid stimulating hormone, adenocorticotropic hormone, Prolactin, Gonadotropic hormones  
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Counter regulatory Hormone   Growth Hormone  
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Too Much GH causes   giantism  
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Too little GH   they need some additional hormones  
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Posterior Pituitary secretes   Vasopressin or ADH  
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ADH is   a potent vasoconstrictor  
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When ADH is released   water is retained  
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ADH is inhibited by   increase in fluid volume, hypothermia, B-adrenergic agonists and alcohol  
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Thyroid gland produces   Calcitonin to inhibit high circulating calcium (increases Ca storage in the bones)  
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What is the main purpose of the thyroid gland   to produce, store & release Thyroxine T4 and T3  
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Calcitonin   takes calcium out of the blood and puts it back into bone (BUILDS BONES UP)  
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The parathyroid gland secretes   Parathormone (PTH)  
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PTH   pulls calcium out of bone and into the blood (BREAKS BONE DOWN)  
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PTH and Calcitonin   are opposites of each other  
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PTH   acts on bone, kidneys & indirectly the GI tract; inhibits bone formation  
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High levels of Vitamin D   inhibit PTH  
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Low levels of Magnesiuim   stimulate PTH  
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Decreased calcium causes   tetany  
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Hyperparathyroidism occurs as we age which means   osteoporosis occurs  
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Cortisol   most potent and abundant glucocorticoid  
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Cortisol facilitates the   breakdown of glycogen (inc. blood glucose levels)  
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Cortisol also has what type of action   anti-inflammatory  
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Aldosterone acts on the renal tubule to   keep sodium and excrete potassium and hydrogen ions  
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What happens to the endocrine system as we age   increase in PTH leads to hypothyroidism  
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Tx of Hypothyroidism   synthroid  
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Exophthalmos   protrusion of the eyeballs from the orbits  
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Myxedema   puffiness, periorbital edema, masklike affect  
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Goiter   enlargement of the thyroid gland  
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Acromegaly   occurs in adulthood - growth hormone excess  
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Tx of acromegaly   Hypophysectomy is tx of choice; radiation tx is secondary tx method; drugs to reduce growth hormone levels  
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Specific post-op care of hypophysectomy   Instruct to avoid coughing,sneezing, or straining with BM; elevate HOB 30 degrees; perform mouth care; discourage toothbrushing for 10 days  
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Hypofunction of the pituitary results from   tumors, autoimmune disorders, infections, vascular disease or destruction of the gland (trauma , radiation, surgical procedures)  
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Symptoms of hypofunction of pituitary   failure to grow, infertility, or amenorrhea  
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SIADH   occurs from overproduction of ADH; occurs more frequently in the elderly (retain fluid)  
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S/S SIADH   fluid retention, hypoosmolality, dilutional hyponatremia, hypochloremia, concentrated urine, normal or inc intravascular volume, normal renal function (BLOOD WOULD BE DILUTED)  
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SIADH patient has   low urinary output, inc body weight w/o edema, lethargy, anorexia, confusion, HA, seizures, coma  
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TX of SIADH   RESTRICT FLUIDS, suck on ice chips/candy; diet supplements of Na & K, diureetics  
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Diabetes Insipidus is the opposite of   SIADH  
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Diabetes insipidus is the caus of   reduced ADH (causing inc urinary output)  
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S/S of Diabetes Insipidus   Polydipsia & Polyuria, low specific gravity, fatigue from nocturia  
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Hyperthyroidism is caused by   increased synthesis and release of thyroid hormone  
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Thyrotoxicosis refers to   physical effects of hypemetabolism r/t over secretion of T3 & T4; usually occur together in Graves Disease  
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Graves Disease   Autoimmune disease (body attacks self); diffuse thyroid enlargement & excessive secretion; They are thin (hyperthyroidism)  
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Tx of Exophthalmos"Bug Eyes"   apply artificial tears, restrict salt intake, elevate HOB, wear dark glasses, eyes may be lightly taped for sleep, exercise intraocular muscles  
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Hyperthyroidism   Increased metabolism, Everything racing: ^ HR, ^ GI, ^ nervous - jittery. They are thin  
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Thyrotoxic Crisis is also called   Thyroid Storm  
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Thyrotoxic Crisis is a life threatening condition caused by   stressors: surgery, infection, trauma  
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Tx of Thyroid Storm   must reduce circulating thyroid hormone; reduce fever, fluid replacement, and eliminate stressors  
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Dx of thyroid issues   Radioactive iodine uptake tests and blood tests for TSH, T3 & T4  
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Tx of hyperthyroidism is based on   age, severity, complicating features, patient preference  
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Tx of hyperthyroidism   Antithyroid medications, B-adrenergic receptor blockers, thyroid ablation, subtotal thyroidectomy  
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What drugs inhibit synthesis of thyroid hormones   PTU, Tapazole  
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What drugs are B-adrenergic blockers   inderol & atenolol  
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What does iodine do   quiets the thyroid gland down and treats crisis by inhibiting T3 & T4  
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Radioactive Iodine Therapy is done when   patient is beyond childbearing years  
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Acute intervention for hyperthyroidism   calm, quiet room; adequate rest, cool room, light bed covers, exercise large muscle groups to decrease tremors, restrict visitors  
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After thyroid surgery   prepare room wit O2, suction, trach tray; teach how to support head; assess for hemorrhage; semi-fowlers; check for signs of tetany  
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After thyroid surgery, patient should avoid foods high in   iodine  
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What foods are high in iodine   red food dye, iodate in flour, public drinking sources, kelp tablets (seaweed), milk treated with iodine  
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When patient's return home   they should reduce stress; follow-up is important; avoid high temperature; normal use od iodized salt is ok  
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Thyroid nodules   a palpable deformity of the thyroid gland; can be benign or malignant  
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If the radiology evaluation of a thyroid nodule s hot it is   benign  
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If the radiology evaluation of the thyroid nodule is cold it is   higher risk of cancer  
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Tx of thyroid nodule   surgical removal  
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Thyroiditis   inflammation by bacteria, virus or fungus  
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Hashimoto's thyroiditis   autoimmune disorder; most common type in US  
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Hyperparathyroidism   "brittle bones & kidney stones"  
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Hypothyroidism in infancy   cretinism- they have a thick protruding tongue, short - limited all their lives  
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Hypothyroidism in adults   Insidious - middle to old age - comes on slowly - they are cold  
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S/S of hypothyroidism   fatigue, lethargy, personality changes, impaired memory, slowed speech, decreased initiative, somnolence, cold, hair loss, dry skin, brittle nails, wt gain  
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Tx of hypothyroidism   take thyroid replacement like synthroid; must be taken throughout the rest of ones life  
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Hypoparathyroidism   rare - can happen if thyroid gland is removed  
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Tx of hypoparathyroidism   Administer IV Calcium slowly to avoid hypotension; tetany can occur because of dec Ca levels; patient needs instruction on long term drug therapy and nutrition  
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Long-term Tx of hypoparathyroidism   Vitamin D, supplement calcium, oral phosphate binders  
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Cushing's Syndrome is caused by   excessive corticosteroids  
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Clinical Manifestations of Cushing's   Weight gain, glucose intolerance, protein wasting, mood disturbances, Acne, HBP, Hirsuitism, Truncal obesity, Moon face, unxplained hypokalemia, Purplish striae  
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Diagnostic Findings of Cushing's   Granulocytosis, Lymphocytopenis, Eosinopenia, Hyperglycemia, Glycosuria, Hypercalciuria, Osteoporosis  
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Tx of Cushing's   Hypophysectomy (pituitary); Adrenalectomy (adrenal tumors); Drygs to suppress Cortisol  
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Nursing Mgmt of Cushing's   Monitor f/e  
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Pre-operative care of Cushing's   Hypokalemia is corrected with diet & K supplements, Manage ^BP  
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Post-operative care of Cushing's   Constant assessment for glucocorticoid imbalance; Maintain bedrest until BP stabilizes; Constant vigilance to prevent infection; Risk for hemorrhage; f/e; keep IV line in place  
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Addison's Syndrome   Hypofunction of Adrenal Cortex - DECREASED secretion; most common cause is autoimmune  
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S/S of Addison's   Weakness/fatigue, Wt. loss/anorexia, loss of hair; "tan", low BP, Low Na but high K; N/V/D  
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Subjective Assessment of Addison's   cramping/abd pain; exhaustion; profound weakness; lack of interest; inablility to tolerate stress  
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Complications of Addison's   Low BP, Shock, Circulatory Collapse, Dehydration, Low Na, High K, Hypoglycemia, Fever, Weakness, Confusion  
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Care of Addison's   Replacement of Glucocorticoids; IV hydrocortisone; Administer Na, fluids, and dextrose; may need reverse isolation  
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Teaching Plan for Addison's   Take Glucocorticoids 2/3 in am - 1/3 in afternoon; Carry emergency kit at all times  
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Complications of Corticosteroids   Hypertension, Slow healing, Inhibits antibody response to healing  
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