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Ch. 56 Assessment of Endocrine System Flashcards

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Major Endocrine Organs

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Hypothalamus

Pituitary

Parathyroids

Thyroid

Adrenal Glands

Pancreas

Testes

Ovaries

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Endocrine System Roles in Homeostasis

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Metabolism

Nutrition

Elimination

Temperature

Fluid & electrolyte balance

Growth

Reproduction

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Endocrine Changes Associated w/ Aging

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Decreased ADH production

Decreased ovarian production of estrogen

Decreased glucose tolerance

Decreased general metabolism

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Decreased ADH Production

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Urine more dilute and may not concentrate when fluid intake low

Offer fluids Q2H if no restrictions

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Decreased Ovarian Production of Estrogen

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Decreased bone density

Skin thinner, drier

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Decreased Glucose Tolerance

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Body weight increase

Elevated fasting BG

Slow wound healing

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Decreased General Metabolism

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Poor cold tolerance

HR and BP decreased

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