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Thyroid Gland

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Gland responsible for secretion of hormones that regulate metabolism.

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What is the function of the thyroid gland?

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  • Works through negative feedback (TRH from hypothalamus -> TSH from anterior pituitary -> T3 & T4 immediately released)
  • Communicates with parathyroid glands.
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What are the hormones that are secreted by the thyroid gland?

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  1. Thyroxine (T4)
  2. Triiodothyronine (T3)
  3. Calcitonin

These hormone regulate metabolism.

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Parathyroid gland

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Produces parathyroid hormone (PTH)

Most important factor in increasing serum calcium and decreasing serum phosphate

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What is the function of PTH?

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  • Decreased serum-ionized calcium stimulates PTH secretion acting directly on bone to release calcium.
  • PTH also acts on kidney to increase calcium reabsorption and to decrease phosphate reabsorption.
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What hormones are released by the parathyroid gland?

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PTH

*Not sure if there’s more

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What hormones are released by the anterior pituitary gland?

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TSH
ACTH
LH
FSH
Prolactin
Growth Hormone
Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone
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Anterior Pituitary Gland

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Posterior Pituitary Gland

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What hormones are released by the posterior pituitary gland?

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ADH

Oxytocin

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Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)

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Stimulates production and release of cortisol.

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What is the pathophysiology of diabetes insipidus?

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Insufficiency of ADH activity.
Caused by:
1. Neurogenic (lesions, brain injury, aneurysm)
Hypothalamus doesn’t make enough ADH OR posterior pituitary doesn’t release ADH
2. Nephrogenic: kidney abnormalities affect the way ADH is processed.
3. Unknown (30%)

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What are the signs and symptoms of diabetes insipidus?

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  • Polydipsia
  • Polyuria
  • Dehydration (dry skin, dry mucous membranes, poor Skin turgor, fever, tachycardia, sunken appearance of eyes, unintentional weight loss)
  • Electrolyte imbalance (fatigue, lethargy, headache, irritability, and muscle pains)
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How do you treat diabetes insipidus?

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ADH replacement (Vasopressin)
Fluid replacement
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What is the mechanism of action for Vasopressin (Pitressin)?

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Causes renal collecting tubules to increase permeability to water.
Enhances water reabsorption.

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What are the adverse effects of Vasopressin (Pitressin)?

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  • Hypertension
  • Can precipitate angina episodes and MI in clients with CAD.
  • Excessive fluid retention can cause water intoxication.
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Hypothyroidism

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Congenital:
Lack of thyroid gland
Cretinism (severely stunted physical and mental growth)

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How can hypothyroidism be acquired?

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  • hashimoto or autoimmune thyroiditis (most common)
  • irradiation or removal of thyroid
  • iodine deficiency
  • Goitrogenic foods (Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage..etc)
  • Drugs such as lithium
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What are complications of hypothyroidism?

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MYXEDEMA - occurs when the body’s level of thyroid hormones become severely low.
SYMPTOMS - below normal temperature, decreased breathing, BP and Blood Sugar, unresponsiveness

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How is hypothyroidism treated?

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Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

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What is the mechanism of action for Levothyroxine (Synthroid)?

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  • Synthetic form of thyroxine (T4).
  • MOA: Same as endogenous thyroid hormone.
  • Leads to weight loss, improved tolerance to environmental temperature, increased activity and pulse rate.
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What are the adverse effects of Levothyroxine or Synthroid?

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Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism:

  • Palpitations
  • Dysrhythmias
  • Anxiety, insomnia, weight loss, heat intolerance
  • Menstrual irregularities and osteoporosis in women (long term treatment)
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What are the drug interactions for Levothyroxine for Synthroid?

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Questran
Aluminum containing antacids (Maalox)
Iron and calcium supplements 
Warfarin
Dilantin
Zoloft
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Hyperthyroidism

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  • An autoimmune disorder of unknown origin with a genetic component.
  • A syndrome initiated by excessive production of thyroid hormones -> multiple system abnormalities.
  • Graves’ disease is the most common type.
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What is the pathophysiology of hyperthyroidism?
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What are the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism?
``` Cold intolerance Unintentional weight gain Depression Dry, brittle hair Fatigue ```
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What are the signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
``` Diarrhea Flushing Increased appetite Muscle weakness Fatigue Palpitations Irritability Nervousness Sleep disorders Heat intolerance Altered menstrual flow ```
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What are the complications of hyperthyroidism?
- Cardiac insufficiency: tachycardia, a-fib, CHF - Generalized muscle wasting - Corneal ulcers - Osteoporosis - Impaired fertility - Thyroid Storm (thyroxic Crisis)
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What is the primary goal of treatment for hyperthyroidism?
Purpose is to control over-activity of thyroid gland.
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How is hyperthyroidism treated?
1. Beta-blockers (Propranolol): treats symptoms of tachycardia, swearing, tremors and palpitations. 2. Administer antithyroid agents (propylthiouracil) 3. Radioactive Iodide 4. Surgery: Thyroidectomy
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What is the mechanism of action for propylthiouracil (PTU)?
Interfere with synthesis of T3 and T4 in thyroid gland. | Also prevents conversion of T4 to T3 in target tissues.
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What are the adverse effects of propylthiouracil (PTU)?
Symptoms of hypothyroidism: Rash and transient leukopenia (most frequent) Small percentage experience agranulocytosis
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How does radioactive iodine therapy treat hyperthyroidism?
Destroys active thyroid gland with ionizing radiation.
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Cushing’s Disease vs Cushing’s Syndrome
Cushing’s Disease: excessive anterior pituitary secretion of ACTH -> too much cortisol Cushing’s Syndrome: excessive level of cortisol, regardless of cause.
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Addison’s Disease
Characterized by the hyposecretion of adrenal cortex hormones (glucocorticoids (cortisol) and mineralcorticoids (aldosterone)) from the adrenal gland, resulting in deficiency of the corticosteroid hormones.
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Signs and Symptoms of Cushing’s Disease
- Truncal obesity* - Moon face* - Buffalo hump on the back* - Easy bruising - Purple Striae* - HTN - Edema - Weakness - Osteoporosis - Hirsutism* - Acne - Mood/affect changes to psychosis
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Signs and Symptoms of Addison’s Disease
- Begins with weakness and easy fatigability progressing to N/V/D - Skin changes (hyperpigmentation and vitiligo) - Hyponatremia, hyperkalmeia and salt cravings - Hypotension (can progress to vascular collapse and shock)
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What is the treatment for Cushing’s Disease/Syndrome?
- Surgical removal of tumor - Radiation of tumor - Tapering of the glucocorticoid therapy
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What is the treatment for Addison’s Disease?
-Replace both cortisol and aldosterone
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Glucocorticoids
Used as replacement therapy for clients with adrenocrotical insufficiency. Dampen inflammatory and immune responses.
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What is the mechanism of action of glucocorticoids?
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What are the adverse effects of glucocorticoids?
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Glucocorticoids include
Hydrocortisone
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Hydrocortisone (Cortef)
Glucocorticoids used as a drug of choice in treating adrenocortical insufficiency.
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What is the mechanism of action for hydrocortisone (Cortef)?
Acts as synthetic corticosteroid.
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What are the adverse effects of hydrocortisone?
- Sodium and Fluid Retention. - CNS effects: insomnia, anxiety, headache, vertigo, confusion and depression. - HTN, tachycardia, PUD, Cushing’s Syndrome
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What are adverse effects of long-term glucocorticoid therapy?
- Increased susceptibility to infection - PUD increased risk when combined with NSAIDs - Osteoporosis - Behavioral changes: nervousness or moodiness; hallucinations or increased suicidal thoughts. - Eye changes: cataracts and open-angle glaucoma - Metabolic changes: raises serum glucose -> glucose intolerance or diabetes; hyperlipidemia and abnormal fat deposits; electrolyte changes (hypocalcemia, hypokalmeia, hypernatremia) - Myopathy: muscle wasting -> weakness and fatigue - Fluid Retention, weight gain, HTN, edema common
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What is the role of PTH in calcium balance?
- Stimulates osteoclasts - Accelerates bone resorption - Causes breakdown of bone - Consequently increases calcium in blood.
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What is the role of calcitonin in calcium balance?
- Calcitonin stimulates bone deposition. - This removes calcium from the blood. - Works with PTH to control calcium homeostasis.
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What is the role of Vitamin D in calcium balance?
Vitamin D is necessary for effective absorption of calcium | More info on PP, not sure if need to know?
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What are the concerns with low calcium levels?
Cause cell membranes to become hyper-excitable. | Convulsions or muscle spasms.
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What are the concerns with high calcium levels?
Decreases sodium permeability across cell membranes - a dangerous state.
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What is the mechanism of action of Vitamin D supplements (i.e calcitriol)?
Acts as an active form of Vitamin D: - promotes intestinal absorption of calcium. - reduces bone resorption - elevates serum levels of calcium
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What are the adverse effects of Vitamin D supplements (Calcitriol)?
``` May cause symptom of hypercalcemia including: Headache* Lethargy* Confusion* Palpitations* Dysrhythmias* ```
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What are the nursing implications of Vitamin D supplements?
- Assess for symptoms of hypercalcemia (palpitations, dysrhythmias, blurred vision, photophobia, lethargy and confusion) - Obtain a thorough history of current medications including intake of fat-soluble vitamins (ADEK) - Monitor lab studies
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What are the causes of osteomalacia?
- Bone requires adequate concentration of Ca and Phosphate. - Vitamin D enhances the absorption of calcium from the intestines. - Low serum Ca levels stimulate PTH - PTH raises serum Ca levels but decreases phosphate levels. - Without phosphate bone mineralization can’t occur.
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What are the signs and symptoms of osteomalacia?
- Muscular and Skeletal Pain: Hip most common - Muscle Weakness - Hypocalcemia - Fragility and fractures may occur - Bowlegs and pigeon chest (in Rickets)
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What is the pathophysiology of osteoporosis?
- Bone resorption and bone formation cycle is disrupted | - Osteoclasts are disrupted
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What are the signs and symptoms of osteoporosis?
- Pain and bone deformity (secondary to fracture) | - Vertebral collapse - kyphosis (hunchback)
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What are the risk factors for osteoporosis?
- Most common: onset of menopause - High alcohol or caffeine consumption - Anorexia Nervosa - Tobacco use - Physical inactivity - Testosterone deficiency - Hyperthyroidism - Lack of Vitamin D or calcium - Drugs that lower calcium in the blood (corticosteroids, anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants)
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Osteomalacia
Characterized by softening of bones due to demineralization.
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Osteoporosis
Related to bone deterioration (Bone resorption outpaces bone deposition): - Lack of dietary calcium and Vitamin D - Disrupted bone homeostasis
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What is the treatment used to treat osteoporosis?
Bisophophonates | Raloxifene (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators aka SERMs) - Second line drug
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What is the mechanism of action of bisphosphonates (i.e alendronate or Fosamax)?
Becomes incorporated into skeletal tissue. | Blocks bone reabsorption by inhibiting osteoclast activity.
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What are the adverse effects of bisphosphonates (i.e alendronate or Fosamax)?
``` GI disturbances (abdominal pain, flatulence, dyspepsia, N/V/D) *TAKE ON EMPTY STOMACH ```
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What is the mechanism of action for SERMs (i.e raloxifene or Evista)?
- Decreases bone resorption. - Increases bone density. - Binds to estrogen receptors (may be estrogen agonists or antagonists - depends on drug or tissue involved)
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What are the adverse effects of SERMs (i.e raloxifene or Evista)?
Most common: - Hot flashes - Migraine headache - Leg cramps - Weight gain - Flu-like symptoms
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Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative, age-onset disease | - Affects the entire joint - characterized by wearing away of cartilage at articulate joint surfaces.
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What is the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis?
- Failure of chondrocytes to maintain balance between degradation and synthesis of collagen. - Biochemical, biomechanical, inflammatory and immunologic factors contribute to cartilage loss
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What are the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis?
Muscle spasms Localized pain and stiffness Joint and bone enlargement
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What is the treatment for osteoarthritis?
Analgesics NSAIDs (Ibuprofen) Corticosteroid Injection
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How do NSAIDs (Ibuprofen or Naproxen) treat osteoarthritis?
Goal of osteoarthritis treatment is to reduce pain and inflammation. NSAIDs are analgesics and anti-inflammatory agent.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic autoimmune damage to connective tissue, primarily in joints (synovial membrane) - Autoantibodies (rheumatoid factors) activate inflammatory response in joints symmetrically
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What is the pathophysiology of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- An insult (infection, smoking, trauma) precipitates an autoimmune reaction. - Anti-body activation results in endothelial activation (synovial hypertrophy, joint inflammation) - Systemic disorder: - abnormal B- and T-cell interactions - overproduction of cytokines
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What are the signs and symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Painful, tender and stiff joints (usually affects both sides equally): hands, wrist and feet joints are most common - Stiffness usually lasts for about 1 hour after rising in morning (synovitis). - Reduced ROM, difficulties with ADLs
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What is used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- DMARD Therapy - NSAIDs (naproxen or ibuprofen) - Prednisone (if not responding to NSAIDs)
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What is the mechanism of action of DMARDs (i.e hydroxychloroquine sulfate or Planequil)?
Relieves severe inflammation of arthritis and lupus. | MOA is unknown.
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What are the adverse effects of Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)?
``` Anorexia Aplastic Anemia Agranulocytosis Seizures Retinopathy Headache Mood and mental changes ```
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Gout
Characterized by buildup of uric acid in blood or joint cavities. Triggered by diet (high purine), injury or other stress. Attacks often occur at night.
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What is the pathophysiology of gout?
Overproduction or underexcretion of uric acid. | Leads to inflammation and pain in joints: Often in big toes, ankles, fingers, wrists, knees, elbows
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What are the sings and symptoms of gout?
- Monoarticular arthritis - Tophi (helix of ear, arm or leg) - Renal Disease - Renal Calculi - Abrupt attacks (red swollen tissue; peripheral joint) - Pain several hours to several weeks
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How do you treat an acute exacerbation of gout?
Glucocorticoids(used for short-term relief; injected into joint) NSAIDs (for pain and inflammation)
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How is colchicine or colycrys treat gout?
- Terminates acute attacks of gout by reducing inflammation. - Does so by inhibiting the synthesis of microtubules (subcellular structures responsible for helping WBCs infiltrate area)
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What is anti-gout prophylaxis (i.e allopurinol or Zyloprim)?
- Prevents future attacks of gout. - Indicated for hyperuricemia. - Does so by inhibiting xanthine oxidase (which prevents uric acid production).
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Osteomyelitis
Most often caused by an infection.
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What is the pathophysiology of osteomyelitis?
- Similar to body tissue - Invading pathogen revokes Inflammatory response - Suppurative infection of bone with edema and vascular compromise - Can occur as a result of: - Bacteria transported through blood - Spread of infection through contact - Direct inoculation into intact bone (trauma or surgery)
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What are the signs and symptoms of osteomyelitis?
- Varies - Abrupt onset of inflammation (acute) - Fever, chills, lethargy (in children) - Lymphadenopathy - Chronic - necrotic bone
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What is used to treat osteomyelitis?
Antibiotics Debridement Surgical removal of exudates Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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What class of drugs increases the risk for peptic ulcers?
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What class of drugs increases the risk of decreased wound healing?
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What class of drugs increases the risk of capillary fragility?
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Adequate levels of calcium in the body are necessary to:
- Transmit nerve impulse - Prevent muscle spasms - Provide stability and movement -Also important for blood coagulation and myocardial activity.
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Calcium balance in th body is regulated by
The parathyroid hormone
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What is the recommended daily allowance of calcium for adults?
800 to 1,200 mg/day *Increased amounts are needed for pregnant women, growing children and menopausal women
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What is the normal serum calcium range?
4.5 - 5.5 mEqL | OR 8.5 - 10 mg/dL
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What three organs does calcitonin and PTH target?
Bones Kidneys GI Tract
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What is the mechanism of action for alendronate (bisophosphonate)?
Lowers serum alkaline phosphatase (enzyme associated with bone turnover)
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What is the most frequent cause of osteomalacia?
Deficiency of vitamin D and calcium in the diet.
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What is the etiology of osteoarthritis?
Etiology is poorly understood. | Thought to be d/t excessive wear of weight-bearing joints (hip, knee and spine)
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What can trigger gout?
Diet (high purine) Injury Other stress
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Look at negative feedback of thyroid gland
MIGHT BE IMPORTANT
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Primary Hypothyroidism
Direct dysfunction of the thyroid. | Thyroid can’t produce amount of hormones the pituitary gland calls for.
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Secondary Hypothyroidism
``` Defects in TSH production such as: Head trauma Brain infections Brain neoplasm Neurosurgery Cranial irradiation ```
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Early Symptoms of Hypothyroidism include
General Weakness Muscle Cramps Dry Skin
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More severe symptoms of hypothyroidism include
``` Lethargy Poor memory Decreased appetite Slurred speech Bradycardia Weight gain Constipation Decreased sense of taste and smell Intolerance to cold environments Facial edema (periorbital) Goiter ```
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Thyroid Storm (Thyrotoxic Crisis)
Life-threatening form of hyperthyroidism.
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Symptom of Thyroid Storm
``` High fever Cardiovascular effects (tachycardia, CHF, angina, MI) CNS effects (agitation, restlessness, delirium, progressing to coma) Hepatic dysfunction Severe diarrhea (may lead to electrolyte imbalance and dehydration) ```
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Cushing’s disease is caused by
A tumor or excess growth (hyperplasia) of the pituitary gland.
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Cortisol
Normally released during stressful situations. Controls the body’s use of carbs, fats and proteins. Also reduces the immune system’s response to swelling (inflammation).
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What is the role of calcium in maintaining homeostasis?
-Critical to proper function of the nervous, muscular and cardiovascular systems.
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