Med surg Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
Diabetes insipidus: desmopressin
A
Weight daily (dehydration)
Increase dose with nocturia
No more than 3L H2O
2
Q
Hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state
A
BG above 600
pH normal
3
Q
Adrenal insufficiency findings
A
High serum calcium
Low serum sodium
Weight loss
4
Q
Adrenal insufficiency interventions
A
Admin IV hydrocortisone sodium succinate
Fluid replacement
Do not give K sparing diuretic
5
Q
Cushing labs
A
Increase BG
low calcium
Low potassium
Low lymphocytes
6
Q
Hyperthyroidism
A
Wide eyes Tremors Heat intolerance Restlessness Irritability Tachycardia Weight loss
7
Q
Hypothyroidism
A
Sunken eyes Cold intolerance Lethargy Hypotension Bradycardia Constipation Weight gain
8
Q
Thyroid replacement therapy
A
Take med on empty stomach
9
Q
Propylthiouracil
A
Reduce appetite
Decrease bowel movement
Weight gain
10
Q
Hypocalcemia
A
Weak, threads pulse
Paresthesias in hand and feet
Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes
Increased GI motility
