Addison's Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What metabolic disturbances do you see in Addison’s Disease? Give me 4.
A
Hyponatraemia
Hyperkalaemia
Hypoglycaemia
Metabolic acidosis
2
Q
What is the treatment of Addison’s Disease?
A
Fludrocortisone (for BP) and Hydrocortisone
3
Q
What is the treatment for patients in adrenal crisis?
A
Hydrocortisone 100mg IV/IM STAT
IV fluid bolus (if hypotensive)
IV glucose if hypoglycaemic
Fludrocortisone (to support BP)
4
Q
What are some SSx of adrenal crisis?
A
Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain Confused/Comatose Hypotension
5
Q
What are some precipitating factors of adrenal crisis?
A
Infection
Trauma
Surgery
Missed medications
