Hormone Havoc
Which gland releases growth hormone?
What is pituitary gland?
What electrolyte imbalance is seen in SIADH?
What is hyponatremia?
Which lab test measures thyroid function?
What is TSH, T₃, and T₄ levels?
What fluid order should be reinforced for SIADH?
What is Fluid restriction as ordered; strict I&O; daily weights?
Which disorder requires lifelong hormone replacement?
What is hypothyroidism (or pituitary dwarfism with GH therapy)?
What hormone is excessive in gigantism?
What is growth hormone?
Name one classic symptom of hypothyroidism.
What is Lethargy, constipation, cold intolerance, weight gain, dry skin?
Which test supports the diagnosis of SIADH?
What is Low serum osmolality and sodium; high urine specific gravity/osmolality?
Medication of choice for hypothyroidism?
What is Levothyroxine (Synthroid)?
Early signs of hypoglycemia to teach parents?
What is shakiness, sweating, irritability, confusion, headache?
Which hormone when overproduced causes fluid retention and hyponatremia?
What is ADH?
What sign is typical of hyperthyroidism?
What is tachycardia, heat intolerance, weight loss, exophthalmos?
Which test monitors long-term glucose control?
What is Hemoglobin A1C?
Key teaching for corticosteroid therapy (Cushing)?
What is do not abruptly stop med; monitor for infection and hyperglycemia?
Proper storage for insulin vials?
What is unopened refrigerated; in-use at room temp (up to 28 days); never frozen?
Which hormone is deficient in hypothyroidism?
What is Thyroxine (T4)?
Describe two “Cushingoid” features.
What is Moon face, truncal obesity, buffalo hump, thin extremities, striae?
Which test differentiates pituitary dwarfism from hypothyroidism?
What is growth hormone stimulation test?
Immediate treatment for hypoglycemia?
What is fast-acting glucose source (juice, candy, glucose tablet)?
One classroom precaution for a hyperthyroid child?
What is avoid heat and overexertion; provide cool environment; encourage rest?
Which hormone is overproduced in Cushing syndrome?
What is cortisol?
List two hallmark symptoms of type 1 diabetes mellitus.
What is Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia?
What finding confirms Cushing syndrome?
What is elevated cortisol after dexamethasone suppression test?
When should insulin be administered for type 1 DM?
What is before meals as prescribed; adjust based on blood glucose and carbohydrate intake?
What must be monitored for a child with SIADH on fluid restriction?
What is serum sodium and daily weight for fluid retention or hyponatremia?