2027/NURS 8022 Endocrine Patho Exam
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8022 Endocrine Patho Practice Exam With 150 Complete
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Hyperpituitarism is a pathologic state caused by excess
production of one or more anterior pituitary hormones. -
ANSWER-What is hyperpituitarism?
Growth hormone (GH), prolactin, follicle-stimulating
hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and
adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH). - ANSWER-Which
,hormones are most often produced in excess in
hyperpituitarism?
Overproduction of GH can lead to gigantism or
acromegaly. - ANSWER-What are the consequences of
excess growth hormone (GH) production?
The presence of a pituitary adenoma, which is a benign
tumor composed of epithelial tissue. - ANSWER-What is
the most common factor in hyperpituitarism?
Visual deficits, headaches, enlargement of hands, feet,
sinuses, deformities of spine and mandible, and
enlargement of soft tissues such as the tongue, skin, liver,
, and spleen. - ANSWER-What are the clinical
manifestations of hyperpituitarism?
Diagnosis is based on physical assessment, radiographic
and other imaging studies, and laboratory findings. -
ANSWER-How is hyperpituitarism diagnosed medically?
Surgical removal of the adenoma or of the pituitary itself
(hypophysectomy), typically through a transsphenoidal
approach. - ANSWER-What is the surgical management
for patients with pituitary tumors?
-Altered body image: Patient verbalizes feelings about
body and indicates acceptance of changes.