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What is the primary goal of pharmacologic management in primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary goal of pharmacologic management in primary adrenal insufficiency?
- To reduce the production of glucocorticoids
- To inhibit the production of cortisol
- To correct fluid and electrolyte imbalances (correct)
- To stimulate the production of ACTH
What is the purpose of the ACTH stimulation test in diagnosing primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the purpose of the ACTH stimulation test in diagnosing primary adrenal insufficiency?
- To assess the response of cortisol to ACTH stimulation (correct)
- To diagnose Cushing's syndrome
- To stimulate the production of ACTH
- To measure the levels of cortisol in the blood
What is the primary nursing consideration for patients with Cushing's syndrome?
What is the primary nursing consideration for patients with Cushing's syndrome?
- Tapering the dose of glucocorticoids when discontinuing
- Reporting symptoms of adrenal insufficiency
- Administering glucocorticoids with food
- Monitoring weight, blood pressure, and electrolyte levels (correct)
What is the potential consequence of suddenly discontinuing glucocorticoid medication in patients with adrenal insufficiency?
What is the potential consequence of suddenly discontinuing glucocorticoid medication in patients with adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary role of hydrocortisone in the management of adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary role of hydrocortisone in the management of adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary symptom of bronze skin in patients with adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary symptom of bronze skin in patients with adrenal insufficiency?
What is the purpose of increasing the dosage of glucocorticoids during periods of stress or illness?
What is the purpose of increasing the dosage of glucocorticoids during periods of stress or illness?
What is the primary laboratory finding in primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary laboratory finding in primary adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary benefit of administering glucocorticoids with food?
What is the primary benefit of administering glucocorticoids with food?
What is the primary reason for patient education on reporting symptoms of adrenal insufficiency?
What is the primary reason for patient education on reporting symptoms of adrenal insufficiency?
