role of the endocrine system in Addison's Disease. Describe to the patient how you concluded that diagnosis

The symptoms of Cushing’s disease include abdominal obesity, hypertension, glucose intolerance (steroid diabetes), hirsutism, osteoporosis, polyuria, and polydipsia. Describe the consequences of cortisol excess that would produce each of these symptoms. Which tests can be performed to determine if a patient has primary or secondary Cushing’s disease? What would the results of these tests be for each type of disease?

Choose a disorder or disease from the list below. Write a synopsis or story of the patient’s life in a certain time period leading up to the doctor’s visit. Note: this can highlight the events in the patient’s past and/or a brief look at a specific moment in the patient’s immediate past. Disorder or disease list: heat stroke or hypothermia brain injury gestational diabetes diabetes mellitus (type 1 or type 2) growth hormone deficiency Graves’ disease (hyperthyroidism) or hypothyroidism pituitary disruption (example: pituitary tumor) nerve damage diabetes insipidus

Janice is requesting an opportunity to regain control of her diabetes through lifestyle changes rather than initiating insulin therapy. How can she increase her likelihood of success using technology?

Name 2 FDA approved drugs for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy and for each state its mechanism of action. Cite your source of information.

Joseph Barnes is a CMA (AAMA) certified medical assistant working at a family practice. Today, she was assigned to answer the phone. One of the calls comes from a 42-year-old patient who states the doctor saw him 3 months ago and prescribed Mounjaro, a medication for Diabetes and Lunesta a medication for insomnia. The patient would like to obtain a refill for the medication even though she does not have an appointment scheduled. a. What should Joseph do? b. What kind of controlled substances can a medical assistant call in to a pharmacy? c. How can you identify a controlled substance just by looking at the label of a medication? d. Which agency enforces proper use of controlled substances?

Janice is being promoted to a new position at the corporate office in New York City. Living in the Midwest her entire life, Janice is looking forward to the change of pace and location and is looking for places to live. One of the features she is looking for in her new neighborhood is a community well suited to help manage her type 2 diabetes. What should Janice look for to assist her in managing her type 2 diabetes?

Give the meanings for the following conditions: 11. hyponatremia - 12. polydipsia - 13. glycosuria - 14. euthyroid Give the meanings for the following terms related to diabetes mellitus: 15. DM type 1 - 16. diabetic neuropathy - 17. ketoacidosis - 18. DM type 2 -

Mrs. Levine is a 72-year-old woman with a history of major depressive disorder. She takes fluoxetine (Prozac) and has experienced significant relief from depression. While reviewing her medications, she tells you she is using a variety of over the counter sleep aids because she has been having some difficulty sleeping recently. These OTC products include diphenhydramine, melatonin, valerian, and something that her neighbor gave her to try What further assessment is required?

39 words A school-age child present with new-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should recognize the caregiver demonstrates understanding of how to manage the child's illness by which statement? 30) X A. Long-acting insulin is administered before each meal. B. Index fingers should be used for blood glucose testing. C. Blood glucose stability can be achieved with a restricted diet. D. Insulin injection sites are rotated between arm and legs. Accessibility: Investigate English (United States)