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Pheochromocytoma Patho
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Tumor that is usually benign and originates from the chromaffin cells of the
adrenal medulla.
What meds be avoided for Nephropathy
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Gentamycin, contrast dye, nephrotixic drugs.
Highest risk for Cushing's disease?
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20-40 year old women, long term steroid users
Diabetes Insipidus S/S
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Polydipsia (excessive thirst), oliguria, highly diluted urine, polyphagia
(eating a lot), high HR, high NA, if after surgery will see pink halos on drip
pad.
Priority Assessment for HHS
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Rehydrate give IV infusion of NS first and restore electrolytes, monitor I's
and O's monitor labs, vitals, breath sounds LOC, place patient on regular
insulin IV drips.
Treatment for DKA
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Regular insulin drip, NS TO 1/2 NS to DW5, and electrolyte replacement.
, Complications s/s of post-op transsphenoidal hypophysectomy
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Clear drainage on nasal drip pad, leukocytosis (increase WBC), urine
output 800 ml/hr, visual disturbances, post-op meningitis, pneumocephalus
(air in the intracranial cavity).
Priority assessment for Aldosteronism
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Low potassium and high blood pressure, and polyuria.
Medications for SIADH
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Furosemide-Lasix, 3% NaCl, restrit fluids to 800 ml/hr, give vasopressin
antagonist (Vasostrict, Pitressin), Tolvaptan IV conivaptan hydrochloride
Diabetes Insipidus Medication
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