Table of Contents

Gravesí Disease Diagnosis

The Endocrine System

Adrenal Function

Cushingís Disorders

Cushingís Syndrome S/S

Iatrogenic Cushingís Syndrome

Glucocorticoid Medication

Glucocorticoid Medications

Nursing Assessment

Suppression of HPA Control

Nursing Implications

Author: Dale Payment

Email: dpayment@pacific.net

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Endocrinology 104: Alteration in Adrenal Function

This is the last in the Endocrine System Series. It focuses on the pathologic processes and collaborative care involved with Cushing's Syndrome.

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