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Hypopituitarism( Dwarfism) - Coggle Diagram
Hypopituitarism( Dwarfism)
Causes
Pituitary tumours
Defective growth hormone
Diabetes Mellitus
Impaired skeletal response to growth hormone
decreased growth hormone
primary/ secondary hypothyroidism
sometimes they are unknown
Assessment and common findings
delayed puberty
Family history
Growth retardation with normal structures
Diagnostic studies
X-Rays / CT scan
MRI
Serum levels of ACTH,Cortisol,estradiol,FSH.LH,TSH, vision test
Nursing care plan
Hormonal replacement
Genetic counselling and Psychologist
Irradiation therapy
corticosteroids
surgical removal of the pituitary tumour
Vasopressin
Vital sign monitoring
Lung and heart sound monitoring
Monitor weght
health education on lifetime treatment
Educate the patient not miss appointments
Provision of iodine rich diet
Avoid consipation
Monitor laboratory results
Replacement of electrolytes
Encourage verbalisation of feelings
Educate patient to elevate the head and change positions slowly
Patient to report any change in irregular pulse, palpitations, nervousness, heat intolerance and irritability
build mutual trust with patient
skin care
Signs and symptoms
Fatigue and weakness
Decreased appetite
Sensitivity to cold
Immature facial features
Slow growth
Amenorrhoea
Failure to lactate
Breast Atrophy
Decreased sex drive
Papilledema
Pathophysiolgy
Metabolic disordrs
Hormonal disorders
Genetic Mutation