NSG 430 Endocrine Problems (Complete And Verified Study material) (26pages) LEARNEXAMS

1. Addison's disease: Answer occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone 2. Primary vs Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency: Answer primary = problem with adrenal gland itself secondary = problem with stimulation of the adrenal glands (lack of ACTH) 3. S/S of Addison's Disease?: Answer Low BP = HoTN Low Weight Low Mood = depression Low Glucose = Hypoglycemia Low Salt = Hyponatremia (salt craving) Low Hair = Alopecia Low Menstrual = Amenorrhea High K = Hyperkalemia High Pigmentation = Bronzed Pigmentation 4. What could High K cause?: Answer ST Elevation Peak T waves Muscle Spasms 5. tx for addisons disease: Answer hydrocortisone (glucocorticoid) AND Fludrocortisone (mineralocorticoid) 6. SE for Corticosteroids: Answer