ENDOCRINE DRUGS

Question 1

it is a collection of glands and tissues that produce hormones into the circulation and works in tandem with the neurological system to manage the body.

Answer 1

Endocrine system

Question 2

are polymers made up of a minimal number of amino acid residues

from proteins

Answer 2

Peptide hormones

Question 3

category of cholesterol-derived hormones

from fats

Answer 3

Steroid hormones

Question 4

are synthesized from the amino acids tryptophan or tyrosine

collection of amino acid and protein chain

Answer 4

Amine hormones

Question 5

is produced by the pituitary gland

Answer 5

Growth hormone

Question 6

It is commonly used during labor to enhance placental delivery and prevent post-partum bleeding.

Answer 6

Oxytocin

Question 7

The Nursing Process

in order

Answer 7

1. obtain baseline V/S, I&O, height and weight
2. assess for allergic reactions
3. monitor patient fluid volume
4. monitor nasal passages of given intanasally
5. monitor blood sugar

Question 8

use to promote lung maturation in premature infants

Answer 8

Glucocorticoids

Question 9

a class of illnesses that impair the way the body utilizes blood sugar

Answer 9

Diabetes mellitus

Question 10

where your blood sugar/glucose level falls too low

Answer 10

Hypoglycemia