Glands
Gland on top of Kidney
What is the adrenal gland?
listening to abdomen
What is auscultation?
deficiency in ADH
What is diabetes insipidus?
bradycardia, decreased cardiac output, cool skin, cold intolerance
What is cardiovascular symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
Enlargement of the thyroid gland
What is a goiter?
Gland resides in neck in front of trachea
What is the Thyroid gland?
touch of a person's abdomen
What is Palpation?
frequent urination
What is polyuria?
Lethargy, slowed movements, memory loss, confusion
What is neurologic symptoms of hypothyroidism?
goiter is caused by iodine deficiency or other environmental factors
What is endemic goiter?
chemical that promotes milk production
What is prolactin?
1st thing done in evaluation
What is Inspection?
extreme thirst
What is polydipsia?
Diaphoresis; warm, moist skin; fine, soft hair
What is integumentary symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
rare tumor of the adrenal medulla that secretes excess catecholamines
What is a pheochromocytoma?
promotes production of eggs in the ovaries
What is follicle-stimulating hormone?
gathering of information
What is data collection?
responsible for normal growth of bones and cartilage
What is growth hormone?
Diaphoresis; warm, moist skin; fine, soft hair
What is reproductive symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
is the insufficient production of the hormones of the adrenal cortex
What is Adrenocortical insufficiency (AI)?
promotes secretion of testosterone in testis of males
What is Luteinizing Hormone?
tapping of body with finger tips
What is percussion?
growth hormone is deficient
What is dwarfism?
Decreased appetite, weight gain, constipation, increased serum lipid levels
What is gastrointestinal symptoms of hypothyroidism?
is caused by exposure to excess cortisol
What is Cushing Syndrome?