NCSBN – Lesson 8F Guides d'étude, Notes de cours & Résumés

NCSBN – Lesson 8F: Endocrine System Study Guide Brittle hair, lanugo and amenorrhea are findings associated with anorexia nervosa. The lanugo and amenorrhea are a result of the decreased levels of estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). Other physical findings include reduced metabolic rate, constipation, dry skin, hypotension and bradycardia. Dental erosion, due to vomiting, is seen in both bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa; however, diarrhea is associated with laxative abuse and ...

NCSBN – Lesson 8F: Endocrine System Study Guide Brittle hair, lanugo and amenorrhea are findings associated with anorexia nervosa. The lanugo and amenorrhea are a result of the decreased levels of estrogen and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). Other physical findings include reduced metabolic rate, constipation, dry skin, hypotension and bradycardia. Dental erosion, due to vomiting, is seen in both bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa; however, diarrhea is associated with laxative abuse and ...