Endocrine disorders

Question 1

Inflammation of pancreas, often due to gallstones or repeated alcohol abuse

Answer 1

Pancreatitis

Question 2

Excess production/release of thyroid hormones

Answer 2

Graves’ Disease

Question 3

Acute onset, life threatening condition characterized by overproduction of thyroid hormones causing a severe hypermetabolic state

Answer 3

Thyroid Storm

Question 4

Advanced hypothyroidism causing a low metabolic state and abnormal growth of connective tissue

Answer 4

Myxedema Defined

Question 5

Adrenal gland disorder characterized by high cortisol levels
Can be caused by prolonged exposure to glucocorticoid medication

Answer 5

Cushing’s Syndrome

Question 6

Adrenal disorder characterized by low production of hormones by the adrenal glands

Answer 6

Addison’s Disease

Question 7

Pancreatitis Signs/Symptoms

Answer 7

Constant flank pain (may worsen if supine)
Fever
Jaundice (skin/eyes turn yellow)
Nausea/vomiting

Question 8

Graves’ Disease Signs/Symptoms

Answer 8

Emotional changes
Weight Loss
Inability to sleep well (insomnia)
Weakness/fatigue
Rapid heart rate
Acute Atrial Fibrillation
Protruding Eyes
Goiter
Sensitivity to heat

Question 9

Thyroid Storm Signs/Symptoms

Answer 9

Increased stimulation of SNS
Fever
Altered mental status
Rapid heart rate
Hypotension
Vomiting
Diarrhea

Question 10

Addison’s Disease Signs/Symptoms

Answer 10

Weakness, fatigue
Decreased appetite
Unexplained weight loss
Darkening of skin
Vomiting, diarrhea
Low mood
Cardiac dysrhythmias