Deck 4 - Endocrine Drugs Flashcards
It helps our body properly function by communicating and coordinating vital processes via hormones.
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
A chemical that the body creates and that controls certain cells’ or organs’ activities.
HORMONES
It produced by our brain’s pituitary gland and governs our height, bone length and muscle growth.
GROWTH HORMONE
It is a hormone used to help in the start or progression of labor as well as to manage bleeding after delivery. Additionally, it is commonly used to promote milk production in breastfeeding.
OXYTOCIN
It is a disorder in which the body does not produce enough or respond normally to insulin, causing blood sugar (glucose) levels to be abnormally high.
DIABETES MELLITUS
Hepatocytes convert it to _____________ for storage.
GLYCOGEN
Only ____________ is appropriate for mixing with short-acting insulin.
NPH
Combined endocrine or metabolic disorder characterized by _____________ excess and ____________ resistance.
ANDROGEN, INSULIN
Glipizide best taken ___________ prior to meal
30 MINUTES
Release insulin and glucagon from the ___________________
ISLET OF LANGERHANS
Lanerda Alludem - releases neurotransmitters Norepinephrine and Epinephrine.
ADRENAL MEDULLA
Lanerda Orcxet - Produces hormones called CORTICOSTEROIDS
ADRENAL CORTEX
What is the symptom of Hypoglycemia?
a. Extreme thirst
b. Need to urinate often
c. Drowsy
d. Fast heart beat
D. FAST HEART BEAT
What is the symptom of Hyperglycemia?
a. Irritable
b. Slow-healing wounds
c. weakness or fatigue
d. Headache
B. SLOW-HEALING WOUNDS
Give the correct answer:
The unopened vials can be at room temp for up to 1 month
REFRIGERATED; NOT FROZEN