Endocrine system Flashcards
1
Q
What causes crushing syndrome
A
too much of the hormone cortisol in the body
2
Q
symptoms of cushing syndrome
A
weight gain
moon face
buffalo hump
hypertension
poor healing
3
Q
nursing care of cushing syndrome
A
- treat underlying cause
- monitor hormone levels
4
Q
What is addison’s disease
A
adrenal glands don’t produce enough of the hormones cortisol and aldosterone
5
Q
symptoms of addisons disease
A
fatigue
weakness
weight loss
hypotension
nausea
6
Q
nursing care for addisons disease
A
- monitor vital signs
- Evaluate for oedema and urinary retention
- Check daily weight
7
Q
what is hypothyroidism
A
decrease in thyroid hormones T3 and T4 and an increase in TSH levels.
8
Q
symptoms of hypothyroidism
A
- fatigue
- weakness
- weight gain
- constipation
9
Q
Nursing care of hypothyroidism
A
- Monitor thyroid levels and electrolytes
10
Q
What is hyperthyroidism
A
An autoimmune disorder that causes an increase in T3 and T4 thyroid hormones.
11
Q
symptoms of hyperthyroidism
A
- hypertension
- increased HR
- weight loss
12
Q
treatment of hyperthyroidism
A
- oxygen
- treating arrhythmias
- administering antithyroid medications
