10C: Endocrine Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What signs should you be mindful of with hyperpituitarism?
A
Myopathy, hypoglycemia, irritable personality, visual field impairments
2
Q
What is common with hyperpituitarism?
A
OA in hands and spine
3
Q
Why might a pt with hypopituitarism?
A
Weakness, endurance impairments, orthostatic hypotension
4
Q
What is the most common hyperthyroidism condition?
A
Graves Disease
5
Q
What are symptoms associated with hyperthryroidism?
A
Tremors, nervousness, muscle weakness, tachycardia, a-fib, increased RR, arthritic changes, sensitivity to light, diarrhea, polyuria
6
Q
How will a pt with hyperthyroidism respond to exercise?
A
Decreased tolerance - indicates that the impairments are not MSK of CV
7
Q
What is the first line of therapy for hyperthyroidism?
A
Radioactive iodine
