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medsurge 3 Endocrine

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- is an elongated gland that lies posterior to the stomach
- it is an active organ, composed of both exocrine and endocrine tissues

What type of diet is given to the patient with Cushing's syndrome?

- Low-sodium to help with edema
- Reduced carbohydrates and calories to help with hyperglycemia
- High in Potassium to help with hypokalemia

Which hormones causes Acromegaly and why?

- Over production of growth hormones called SOMATOTROPIN

What is the cause of Acromegaly?

1. Idiopathic hyperplasia (increase number of cells without known cause)
2. tumor growth

Clinical signs of acromegaly

- enlargement of the cranium and lower jaw
-separation and malocclusion of the teeth
- bulging forehead
- bulbous nose
- thick lips
- generalized coarseness of the facial features