Endocrine System
this gland is known to be the master gland of the endocrine system
pituitary gland
Patients with hypothyroidism often experience this temperature-related symptom.
cold (cold intolerance)
These glands may be accidentally removed during a thyroidectomy, leading to hypocalcemia.
parathyroid glands
This test provides the most rapid assessment of a patient's current blood glucose level.
random blood glucose test
This is the only type of insulin administered intravenously.
regular insulin
this feedback mechanism turns off hormone release when hormone levels are too high
negative feedback inhibition
This medication is used for thyroid hormone replacement and should be taken on an empty stomach in the morning.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid
This sign involves facial muscle twitching when the facial nerve is tapped.
Chvostek's sign
think CH for CHeek
This laboratory test reflects average blood glucose control over the previous 2–3 months.
hemoglobin A1C
The time when a hypoglycemic reaction is most likely to occur after insulin administration.
Peak time
a hormone deficiency causing proportionate short stature and delayed puberty
hypopituitary dwarfism
A hyperthyroid patient with increased T3 and T4 and decreased TSH likely has this disease.
Graves disease
This medication may be given IV push to correct severe hypocalcemia.
calcium gluconate
Diaphoresis, shakiness, and altered consciousness are signs of this condition.
hypoglycemia
Nurses should ensure this is available before administering sliding-scale insulin.
patients meal tray
excess growth hormone secretion after puberty resulting in enlarged hands, feet, and jaw
acromegaly
This antithyroid medication blocks production of T3 and T4.
Methimazole
Severe hypertension, fever, tachycardia, and restlessness after thyroid surgery may indicate this emergency.
thyroid storm (thyrotoxicosis)
The three classic "polys" of diabetes are
Polyphagia, polyuria, polydipsia.
If blood glucose remains below 70 after 15 minutes, the patient should receive another amount of this.
15 grams of carbohydrates
excess growth hormone secretion before growth plate closure during childhood
gigantism
Radioactive iodine therapy is contraindicated in patients who are this
pregnant
This thyroid hormone replacement medication is often required for life after thyroidectomy.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
Fruity breath and Kussmaul respirations are hallmarks of this diabetic emergency.
diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
This medication is given IM for severe hypoglycemia when the patient is unconscious.
Glucagon