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NURSING 221 Med Surg 1, 2 & Comprehensive Rationales( Complete Solution Rated A)100%

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Med Surg 1, 2 & Comprehensive Rationales Med Surg 1A Topics 1. Cushing’s Syndrome (2 questions) → hypersecretion of ACTH (hormone that allows body to react to stress) ○ / watch?v=ea1sXgd5ui8 ● Signs & Symptoms → fatigue, muscle weakness, weight gain, thinning extremities, thin & fragile skin, moon face & ruddy complexion, hirsutism, truncal obesity, broad purple striae, bruising, impaired wound healing, increased blood pressure & sodium, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, buffalo hump, DM ● Treatment → restore hormone balance by radiation, drug therapy or adrenalectomy (removal of one or both adrenal glands) ● Nursing Considerations → Frequently monitor VS (especially BP), monitor labs for electrolyte changes, monitor daily weight, check for signs of infection, perform passive range of motion for those that have osteoporosis or are bedridden ○ Post-surgery nursing considerations → encourage coughing & deep breathing, monitor for shock & HTN, administer cortisone as ordered ○ Diet → High in protein & potassium, but low in carbs & sodium, high calcium +

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