Tag: Cushing’s Syndrome
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) is inadequate thyroid hormone production in newborn infants.
Pediatric Nursing: Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Practice Quiz (15 Questions)
Typical growth and development during infancy into childhood and adolescence entails the action of various hormones, determined by an individual child’s genetic make-up and their environment. This 15-item NCLEX style questionnaire will test your understanding regarding the endocrine disorders in Pediatric Nursing.
6 Cushing’s Disease Nursing Care Plan
Here are six (6) nursing care plans (NCP) for Cushing's disease or Cushing's syndrome:
Cushing’s Syndrome
Cushing's syndrome is a cluster of clinical abnormalities caused by excessive levels of adrenocortical hormones (particularly cortisol) or related corticosteroids and, to a lesser extent, androgens and aldosterone.
