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Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the body's stress response and maintaining blood sugar levels?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the body's stress response and maintaining blood sugar levels?
- Cortisol (correct)
- Insulin
- Epinephrine
- Glucagon
What is the primary cause of hyponatremia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the primary cause of hyponatremia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
- Excessive sweating
- Inadequate sodium intake
- Excessive water intake (correct)
- Dehydration
What is the recommended dosing schedule for glucocorticoids in Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
What is the recommended dosing schedule for glucocorticoids in Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
- Give 2/3 of the dose in the morning and 1/3 of the dose in the afternoon (correct)
- Give 1/3 of the dose in the morning and 2/3 of the dose in the afternoon
- Give the entire dose in the morning
- Give 1/2 of the dose in the morning and 1/2 of the dose in the evening
Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with Addison's disease?
Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with Addison's disease?
What is the primary goal of nursing interventions in managing low cortisol levels?
What is the primary goal of nursing interventions in managing low cortisol levels?
What are some common dietary modifications recommended for individuals with low cortisol levels?
What are some common dietary modifications recommended for individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the primary cause of hypovolemia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the primary cause of hypovolemia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the recommended frequency of I&O monitoring in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the recommended frequency of I&O monitoring in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the primary cause of hyperkalemia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What is the primary cause of hyperkalemia in individuals with low cortisol levels?
What are some common symptoms of Addisonian crisis?
What are some common symptoms of Addisonian crisis?
