Posterior hypopituitarism Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. Parents of a toddler with hypopituitarism ask the nurse, “What can we expect with this condition?” The nurse should respond with which statement? a. Growth is normal during the first 3 years of life. b. Weight is usually more retarded than height. c. Skeletal proportions are normal for age. d. Most of these children have subnormal intelligence. ANS: C In children with hypopituitarism, the skeletal proportions are normal. Growth is within normal limits for the first year of life. H...

CMSRN 4 Latest 2023 Graded A A 16 year old male patient complains he has "not hit his growth spurt yet." The patient's mother admits, "We've been relieved that he's not shown any interest in dating yet." The nurse suspects the patient may have: A. Hyposecretion by the Posterior Pituitary Gland B. A secondary disorder of the Anterior Pituitary Gland C. Hypersecretion of hormones from the testes D. A tertiary disorder of the Adrenal Medulla B. A secondary disorder of the Anterior Pituit...

NU 216 Exam 4 Questions with Correct Answer Disorders associated with pituitary gland (2) - Answer-1. Diabetes insipidus 2. Syndrome of Inappropriate ADH Disorders associated with thyroid gland (2) - Answer-1. Hyperthyroidism 2. Hypothyroidism Disorders associated with parathyroid gland - Answer-1. Hyperparathyroidism 2. Hypoparathyroidism Disorders associated with adrenal glands (2) - Answer-1. Cushing's Disease 2. Addison's Disease Role of hypothalamus in the endocrine system - A...

EAQ Ch. 48 All Answers Correct Which description will the student include in a presentation about hypopituitarism? Hereditary After a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy, the incision in the dura is closed using which substance? Adipose tissue Which statement is true regarding acromegaly? The patient will experience an increase in bone thickness and width, but not in length. Which finding is characteristic of diabetes insipidus (DI)? Polyuria The nurse would intervene when noting which ...

MDC II - Final Exam – Rasmussen- Modules 8, 9, 10- 100% Pass!! *PT PAP HOT* ▪ Pituitary ▪ Thyroid ▪ Pancreas ▪ Adrenals ▪ Parathyroid ▪ Hypothalamus ▪ Ovaries ▪ Testes -Answer-What are the glands of the endocrine system? (SATA Q?) Grave's disease -Answer-an autoimmune disorder that is caused by hyperthyroidism and is characterized by *goiter and/or exophthalmos* *Treatments* ▪ Rx: methimazole, atenolol, and *iodine-131* ▪ radiation therapy *Nursing Interven...

PT PAP HOT* ª Pituitary ª Thyroid ª Pancreas ª Adrenals ª Parathyroid ª Hypothalamus ª Ovaries ª Testes: What are the glands of the endocrine system? (SATA Q?) 2. Grave's disease: an autoimmune disorder that is caused by hyperthy and is characterized by *goiter and/or exophthalmos* 3. *Treatments* ª Rx: methimazole, atenolol, and *iodine-131* ª radiation therapy *Nursing Interventions* ª provide a calm environment ª keep patients room cool ª assess pain ª...

Acromegaly - -overproduction of growth hormone -typically caused by a tumor in the anterior pituitary gland -overgrowth of soft tissues (arms and legs dont grow because occurs after epophyseal closure) -may experience joint pain, enlargement of tongue, and deepening of voice, headaches, visual disturbances, sleep apnea, thick, leathery, oily skin. complications of acromegaly - enlarged heart, and liver, visual problems, hyperglycemia, infertility, atherosclerosis, heightened risk of ...

HESI RN EXIT EXAM 2023 LATEST UPDATE {VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS} GRADED A The nurse is completing the admission assessment of a 3-year old who is admitted with bacterial meningitis and hydrocephalus. Which assessment finding is evidence that the child is experiencing increased intracranial pressure (ICP)? A. Tachycardia and tachypnea B. Sluggish and unequal pupillary responses C. Increased head circumference and bulging fontanels D. Blood pressure fluctuations and syncope - answ...

NU 216 Exam 4 Questions with Correct Answer Disorders associated with pituitary gland (2) - Answer-1. Diabetes insipidus 2. Syndrome of Inappropriate ADH Disorders associated with thyroid gland (2) - Answer-1. Hyperthyroidism 2. Hypothyroidism Disorders associated with parathyroid gland - Answer-1. Hyperparathyroidism 2. Hypoparathyroidism Disorders associated with adrenal glands (2) - Answer-1. Cushing's Disease 2. Addison's Disease Role of hypothalamus in the endocrine system - A...

OB inpatient certification practice 352 Questions with Verified Answers After delivery, progesterone levels fall causing what acid/base change? - CORRECT ANSWER Increase pco2 With what disorder would AFP be elevated? - CORRECT ANSWER Esophageal atresia, neural tube defects Women with a history of GDM have increased risk of diabetes at what rate? - CORRECT ANSWER Onset within 20 years in 35-60% Glucose screen is done when? - CORRECT ANSWER 24-28 weeks If a mother has Insulin depend...