Hypo/Hyper-thyroidism
What medication is typically prescribed for hypothyroidism
What is Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
An endocrine function of the __________ is to excrete insulin in response to blood glucose levels.
Pancreas
What drugs are used for Cushing's disease?
This hormone is deficient in Addison's disease.
Cortisol
Gallstone symptoms and when they usually occur?
Nausea, vomiting, and bloating. Symptoms usually develop after meals, especially after eating fatty foods.
How long is the therapy for hypothyroidism?
Lifelong
Cool, clammy skin, shakiness, and headache are signs of what?
Hypoglycemia
S/S of Cushing's syndrome are related to excess ______ levels?
Cortisol
What is the typical skin color of a patient with Addison’s Disease?
What is Bronze
The build-up of ammonia may be reduced with this medication
What is lactulose or neomycin
What is a key nursing intervention for post-thyroidectomy patients?
Monitoring for airway compromise and bleeding.
if your diabetic client has a change in condition (sudden or progressive) what should you do first
Check the blood sugar
This facial change, a symptom of Cushing's disease is caused by fat redistribution
Moon Face
What classification of medications are a patient with Addison’s on for life?
What are Glucocorticoids and Mineralocorticoids
Pancreatitis is most often caused by this, in women
What is biliary tract disease
List at least 3 signs and symptoms of Hypothyroidism
What are Fatigue, Constipation, Bradycardia, Cold intolerance, Dry skin/hair, Mental dullness, Hypoventilation, Weight gain, Heart failure, Hyperlipidemia, Myxedema
Which electrolyte should you monitor when providing large amounts of insulin
Potassium
List 3 classic S/S of cushing's syndrome
weight gain with central obesity and thin arms and legs, Buffalo hump, round moon face,
What classification of medications are a patient with Addison’s on for life?
What are Glucocorticoids and Mineralocorticoids
An IV drug user is more susceptible to this form of Hepatitis
Hep C
Which blood test results are typically seen in a patient with hypothyroidism?
Low T4 and elevated TSH.
Class of drugs that almost always effect the glucose levels so they need close monitoring
Steroids
What is the most common cause of Cushing's syndrome?
What is use of oral corticosteroid medication.
Which of the following would be an appropriate diet plan for a patient who has Addison's Disease? Select all that apply. A. High sodium diet B. Low sodium diet C. High potassium diet D. Low potassium Diet
A. High sodium diet D. Low potassium diet Rationale: Patient's with Addison's disease manifest hyponatremia and hyperkalemia.
This is the most common cause of acute liver failure.
What is acetaminophen overdose?