Parathyroid Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
What mnemonic can be used to memorize Hyperparathyroidism?
A
BONES
STONES
GROANS
MOANS
SENSORY LOSS
2
Q
What mnemonic can be used to memorize Hypoparathyroidism?
A
CATS are NUMB
Convulsions
Arrhythmias
Twitching and Tetany
Spasms, Cramping
NUMB; paresthesia of fingertips and mouth
3
Q
What is Hyperparathyroidism?
A
Elevated Calcium and Decreased Serum Phosphate
- Leading to Demineralizes bones (osteopenia)
4
Q
What is Hypoparathyroidism?
A
- Low Serum Calcium
- High Phosphates/Phosphorus
5
Q
Symptoms of Hyperparathyroidism?
A
- BONES: Osteopenia, Gout, Arthralgia
- STONES: Kidney Stones, renal insufficiency
- GROANS: Peptic Ulcer
- MOANS (Fatigue and Weakness)
- SENSORY DISTURBANCE: Glove and Stocking Sensory Loss
- Depression, confusion, Drowsiness
6
Q
Symptoms of Hypoparathyroidism?
A
- Convulsions, Arrhythmias
- Muscle twitching, muscle cramps and spasms
- Paresthesias of fingertips and mouth
- (Fatigue and Weakness)
