Nurs 302 - Endocrine 2 (Exam 2) Study Guide 2024 Updates

How does Cushing's affect the bones? {Ans: Osteoporosis}What causes muscle wasting in hyperthyroidism? {Ans: Body cannot take in enough O2 to meet metabolic demands, so body resorts to anaerobic metabolism}How does Cushing's affect the face? {Ans: Moon face}What are the s/sx of Addison's? {Ans: Hyperpigmentation in skin folds and sun areas, HoTN, hypoNa+, hyperK+, N/V, diarrhea}What is the most sensitive indicator of thyroid function? {Ans: Free T4}What acid/base imbalance occurs with Conn's syndrome? {Ans: Alkalosis}