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SIADH stands for

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In SIADH there is _______ antidiuretic hormone leading to the retention of water
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In acromegaly, body parts increase in ____.

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Which test confirms acromegaly and giantism?

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Cushing's syndrome patients are at risk for _______
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Gestational diabetes can lead to type _____ diabetes.

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What is another name for Diabetes II

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S/S of SIADH
concentrated urine due to the body retaining urine
weight gain from edema
hyponatremia from fluid overload
high blood pressure (high fluids = high pressure)
Hyperkalemia due to hyponatremia
low urine output due to water retention
Decreased adh
polyuria
High T3
Weight loss
tiredness
Who's at risk for SIADH?
cancer patients
tumors
respiratory failure
older adults
women
stress
Define Diabetes Insipidus
Insufficient ADH hormone
High blood glucose levels
Patient with SIADH should be placed on fluid restriction?
True
False
Match the two types of Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic
Lack of ADH can be caused by a tumor
Neurogenic
Kidneys tubules don't respond to ADH this also can be caused by drugs
Who's at risk for Diabetes Insipidus?
Head Injury
Neuropathy
Certain Drugs
Cancer Patients
S/S of Diabetes Insipidus
Polyuria
Polydipsia
Weight Loss
Hypotension
Low fluids
Tackycardia
Dry Skin
Moist Skin
Hypertension
Bradycardia
Hypernatremia due to loss of liquids
What test can diagnose Diabetes Insipidus?
Water Stimulating Deprivation Test
PSA

I&O's and weight for diabetes insipidus must be monitored?
True
False
Define Acromegaly
When the pituitary gland produces too much Growth Hormone (GH) in adults.
When the pituitary gland produces too much prolactin leading to breast discharge
Define Giantism
Giantism is caused when by too much Growth Hormone (GH) in children before puberty causing height increase
Giantism is caused when by too much Growth Hormone (GH) in children before puberty causing body part increase
Who's at risk for acromegaly or giantism?
tumors of the pituitary
growth hormone use
family history
S/S of acromegaly & giantism
hypoglycemia
course features
hyperglycemia
hypertension
smaller body parts
hypotension
Increased height
large hands & feet
Acromegaly can lead to type II diabetes?
True
False
What is Diabetes Ketoacidosis?
A life threatening condition due to uncontrolled levels of hypoglycemia the body has too much insulin so the liver stores fat for extra energy producing ketones leading to metabolic acidosis
A life threatening condition due to uncontrolled levels of hyperglycemia the body doesn't make enough insulin so the liver breaks down fat for energy producing ketones leading to metabolic acidosis
Who's at risk for DKA?
uncontrolled diabetes I
missed insulin
family history
S/S of DKA
urine ph 7.0 (acidic)
pale
weight gain
decreased TSH
polydipsia
kussmal respirations
ketones in urine
thin skin
polyphasia
polyuria
organ failure
elevated temperature
Select the Adrenal Gland hormones
Androgens
Cortisol
Aldosterone
Define Addison's disease
Also called adrenal insufficiency occurs due to the adrenal glands not secreting enough cortisol, androgens, and aldosterone

Who's at risk for Addison's disease?
Genetics
Cancers
Immune disorders
S/S of Addisons disease
Salt Craving
confusion
hypernatremia
Hyperpigmentation
high energy
low urine output
hyponatremia
Hypovolemia (FVD)
cancer
hyperkalemia (arrythmias)
weight gain
Hypotension
Low energy (tiredness)
Weight loss
Addisons can be deadly with stressful events?
True
False
What is Cushing's Disease?
too much cortisol
not enough cortisol
What can cause cushing's syndrome?
steroid use
tumors
alcohol
opioids
S/S of Cushing's Syndrome
weight gain
moon face
hump back
hypertension
hypokalemia
thin skin
weight loss
hyperpigmentation
foul smelling urine
headaches
stomach pain
rapid eye movement
Cortisol plays an important role in antiiflammitory and decreased immune response?
True
False
What is Gestational Diabetes?
Develops during pregnancy when the body cannot meet the increased demands of pregnancy
Develops right before pregnancy when the body is preparing for full term
Exercise and diet management can help with Gestational and type 2 diabetes?
True
False
Who's at risk for gestational diabetes?
Women
Women over 25
Previous gestational diabetes
Men
Older Adults
S/S of gestational diabetes
polyuria
polydipsia
polyphasia
Define Type I Diabetes
An autoimmune disease where the beta cells that secrete insulin are destroyed in the pancreas
Development of diabetes during pregnancy
When does type I Diabetes mostly occur?
In Children
Later on in life
Define type II Diabetes
Cells don't respond to to insulin or there is inadequate amounts of insulin
An autoimmune disease where the beta cells that secrete insulin are destroyed in the pancreas
Type II diabetes is reversible?
True
False
Risk factors for Diabetes II
Poor diet
Sedentary lifestyle
Vegan Diet
Chronic ulcerative colitis
What is a long term complication of Diabetes I & II?
nephropathy
encephalitis
goiter
S/S for Diabetes?
Polyuria
Polyphasia
polydipsia
weight changes
hyperglycemia
hyperkalemia
hyponatremia
vomiting
confusion
sweating