Asked by praneetha kukunoor on Sep 24, 2024
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Which statement made by a student nurse indicates the need for further teaching about pituitary insufficiency?
A) "Synthetic human growth hormone may be prescribed for children who are small for gestational age."
B) "Testosterone supplements may be prescribed for women with gonadotropin deficiency."
C) "Estrogen is known to regulate the action of growth hormone in men and women."
D) "Chronic kidney disease treatment may include synthetic growth hormone replacement."
Pituitary Insufficiency
A condition in which the pituitary gland does not produce enough of certain crucial hormones, affecting various bodily functions.
Gestational Age
The age of an embryo or fetus calculated from the onset of the pregnant person's last menstrual period.
Gonadotropin Deficiency
A condition characterized by insufficient production of the hormones that stimulate the gonads, leading to reduced sexual development and fertility.
- Identify misconceptions related to pituitary insufficiency and its treatment.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify misconceptions related to pituitary insufficiency and its treatment.
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