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Endocrine, (Signs and Symptoms, Condition, pathophysiology, Medication,…
Endocrine
Diabetes type 1
autoimmune disorder where body produces antibodies against beta cells, without insulin glucose cannot enter cell
weight loss, fatigue, intense thirst, frequent urination, Kussmauls, excessive eating,
insulin pump, insulin pen, lantus,lispro,levemir, insulin aspart
oral glucose, oxygen, supportive care, transport
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Anemia
abnormal low red blood cells, blood is unable to deliver adequate amount of oxygen to tissue
chest pain, dizziness, frequent infections, heart palpitations, headaches, pallor, tinnitus, dyspnea
Erythropoietin, immunosuppressants, folic acid supplements, iron supplements, vitamin B12
Oxygen, position of comfort, supportive care, transport to appropriate facility
Anemia can develop over time or can be inherited. Anemia that developed over time can be improved with supplemental diet changes. Chronic anemia can cause heart attack, heart failure, organ damage
thrombophilia
Disorder in the body's ability to maintain viscosity and smooth flow of blood through venous and arterial system
dyspnea, chest pain, pain on left arm, sweating, lightheadedness, nausea, seizures,
pradaxa, xarelto, eliquis, savaysa, warfarin, heparin
ABC, oxygen, supportive care ,education, transport
Gather information during assessment as it can be related to family history. Patients who are at risk are: sedentary lifestyle, overweight, pregnant, Tabacco users.
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sickle cell
inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cell. Decreased ability for RBC to bind to oxygen due to the irregular RBC shape
Fatigue, jaundice, acute chest syndrome, stroke, episodes of pain
L-glutamine,hydroxyrea, voxlelotor, lyfgenia
position of comfort, oxygen, avoid strenuous activity, supportive care, transport
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