Endocrine Drugs Flashcards
It is used to initiate labor, promote the delivery of the placenta, and control post-partum hemorrhage and it also used to promote breastmilk let-down
Oxytocin
What are the three types of hormones?
Peptide Hormones
Steroid Hormones
Amine Hormones
These are chemical substances produced in the body responsible for controlling and regulating the activity of cells or organs.
Hormones
This system complements the nervous system in controlling the body and is known as the collection of glands and tissues that secrete hormones into the bloodstream.
Endocrine System
What hormone of the posterior pituitary gland has effects of inhibiting urine production; vasoconstriction?
ADH/ Vasopressin
Adrenal Medulla releases neurotransmitters Norepinephrine and Epinephrine while Adrenal Cortex Produces hormones called?
Corticosteroids
It is an extreme sense of thirst or a constant desire to hydrate.
Polydipsia
It is used to promote lung maturation in premature infants.
Glucocorticoids
What GLAND/TISSUE has an effect on the Regulation of metabolic rate and promotion of body growth?
Thyroid
One unfavorable outcome that you’re going to apply here is rotating the injection site.
Lipoatrophy
It is used to diagnose Cushing’s syndrome.
Dexamethasone
What hormone of the Adrenal Medulla has an effect on an Increase in BP, blood
glucose and bronchodilation?
Adrenaline
It inhibits growth hormones and has effects on a variety of systems.
Somatostatin Agonists
This is an oral therapy for chronic adrenal insufficiency.
Cortisone
These hormones are in charge of promoting bone and tissue growth.
Growth Hormone
