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HYPOPITUITARISM image (CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS (decreased appetite,…
HYPOPITUITARISM
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
decreased appetite
anemia
facial puffiness
infertility
weight loss
dwarfism
fatigue
decreased facial hair
DEFINITION
Rare disorder
pituitary gland fails to produce hormones
fails to produce enough hormones
DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSE
blood test
stimulation or dynamic blood testing
x-ray
brain imaging
vision tests
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
due to partial or complete loss
of antorior pituitary lobe funtioning
endocrine deficiency syndrome
causing insufficient hormone production
DIET
glycine
adaptogen
copper
healthy fats intake
probiotics
exercise
L-argine
get enough sleep
NURSING INTERVENTIONS
removal of any tumor if presence
never make a patient feel belittled
replace lacking pituitary gland hormone
refer a patient to psychologist
support the patient emotionally
PHARMACOLOGICAL TREATMENT
oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone replacement
growth hormone replacement
levothyroxine
take oral corticosteroids
CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS
head injury
surgery
inflammation of the gland
tuberculosis
tumor
congenital
radiographic therapy
NURSING CARE PLAN
PLAN
provide physical support in case of lossof senses
deal with anxiety related to health status
encourage or provide self care
help to boost ones confidence
keep the patient well hydrated
provide emotional support
replace insufficient hormones
help regain self confidence
EVALUATION
adequate hormones
self-esteem
no anxiety
cope with disturbed senses
NURSING DIAGNOSIS
Insufficient hormones
disturbed body image
disturbed sensory receptors
anxiety
HEALTH EDUCATION
prevent infection
regular follow-ups is essential
take correct dose of treatment
avoid stress
prepare for emergency situatios
wear medical alert bracelet
REFERENCES
https://www.mayoclinicc.org
https://www.slideshare.net
SURGERY
surgery to remove tumor
radiation in case of tumr
