Misc

Question 1

a surgical procedure that removes part or all of the lamina, or roof, of a vertebra to access the spinal cord

Answer 1

Lamenectomy

Question 2

_______ happens when fluid levels in the body are thrown out of balance. Often, a problem with a hormone called antidiuretic hormone (ADH) causes it.

The body doesn’t make enough ADH or doesn’t properly respond to it.

Answer 2

Diabetes Insipidus

Question 3

Describe Conns disease aka…

Answer 3

Primary aldosteronism (Aldosterone Keeps Sodium in body)

High BP and low K levels in the blood.

Left unchecked, high blood pressure raises your risk for complications including heart attack and stroke, while low potassium can cause heart rhythm irregularities.

Question 4

(Low / High) ADH levels prevent the kidneys from reabsorbing water, leading to excessive urine production and thirst.

Answer 4

Low

Low ADH is associated with Diabetes Insipitus