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What is the emergency condition described that results in low blood pressure, low blood sugar, and high blood potassium levels?
What is the emergency condition described that results in low blood pressure, low blood sugar, and high blood potassium levels?
- Addisonian crisis (correct)
- Pheochromocytoma
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Cushing's syndrome
Which hormone is responsible for simulating the diurnal rhythm of cortisol release?
Which hormone is responsible for simulating the diurnal rhythm of cortisol release?
- Glucocorticoids (correct)
- Insulin
- Epinephrine
- Aldosterone
What is the recommended dosing regimen for glucocorticoids to mimic the natural cortisol release pattern?
What is the recommended dosing regimen for glucocorticoids to mimic the natural cortisol release pattern?
- 1/3 in the morning and 2/3 in the afternoon
- 2/3 in the morning and 1/3 in the afternoon (correct)
- Only at night
- Equal doses throughout the day
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Addison's disease?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Addison's disease?
What is the primary role of mineralocorticoids such as Fludrocortisone acetate?
What is the primary role of mineralocorticoids such as Fludrocortisone acetate?
In Addison's disease, what type of diet modification is recommended for patients?
In Addison's disease, what type of diet modification is recommended for patients?
What is the appropriate nursing intervention to prevent fatigue in a patient with Addison's disease?
What is the appropriate nursing intervention to prevent fatigue in a patient with Addison's disease?
Which of the following is a common symptom of an Addisonian crisis?
Which of the following is a common symptom of an Addisonian crisis?
What type of therapy involves providing medications for lifelong replacement therapy in Addison's disease?
What type of therapy involves providing medications for lifelong replacement therapy in Addison's disease?
What should a patient with Addison's disease be advised to do regarding stress management?
What should a patient with Addison's disease be advised to do regarding stress management?
