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Endocrine System
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Nursing
Undergraduate 2
10/31/2012

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Term
After a pt undergoes a hypophysectomy for acromegaly, will the size of his or her body change?
Definition
NO, a pt's body does not change after surgery
Term
Sudden cessation of corticosteroid therapy may precipitate what?
Definition
Addisonian crisis
Term
What should be administered if a pt develops tetany post thyroidectomy?
Definition

Calcium gluconate

Calcium chloride for IV

Term
Forgetfulness
Definition
symptom of Addison's disease
Term
What are side-effects of lithium carbonate?
Definition

Lithium = salt

↑ thirst & urination

Term
How long must a pt with Hashimoto's thyroiditis take thyroid replacement therapy?
Definition
Rest of life
Term
What activities must a pt who has undergone a transsphenoidalhypophysectomy avoid?
Definition

Avoid bending over from the waist to pick up objects

No coughing, blowing nose or sneezing if possible

Avoid constipation

No brushing teeth for 2 wks

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