Chapter 1 The endocrine map Learning goal: Locate each gland and match it to its hormones. Major endocrine glands Pituitary ADH, GH, ACTH, TSH - the master regulator.; Thyroid T3/T4 set metabolic rate; calcitonin.; Adrenals Cortisol, aldosterone, catecholamines.; Pancreas Insulin (beta cells) and glucagon (alpha cells).; Simplified teaching schematic - not to anatomical scale.; Figure 1.1; Hormone; Too much; Too little
Thyroid hormone; Graves: heat intolerance, weight loss, tachycardia; Hypothyroid: cold intolerance, weight gain, bradycardia; Cortisol; Cushing: moon face, hyperglycemia, thin skin; Addison: hypotension, hyperpigmentation, hypoglycemia; SIADH: water retention, hyponatremia; Diabetes insipidus: large dilute urine, hypernatremia
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Chapter 1 study page: The endocrine map Use this page to consolidate the chapter before attempting the questions. Writing the answers from memory (active recall) is one of the most effective study strategies. In your own words, summarise: The endocrine map.
What is the single most dangerous finding in this chapter, and what is the first nursing action?
Which medication, lab value or number from this chapter must you memorise? Write it with its unit.
Create one NCLEX-style question of your own on this chapter and explain the correct answer.
Check your understanding Q. A client produces 6 L of dilute urine daily after head injury. Suspect: A. SIADH B. Diabetes insipidus C. Cushing syndrome D. Hyperthyroidism Answers and rationales are in the Practice exam chapter.
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