Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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Multiple Choice

In the context of homeostasis, what is the most appropriate intervention for a client who has developed Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)?

Encouraging a high-sodium diet to balance electrolytes

Administering hypertonic saline to correct hyponatremia

Administering diuretics to increase urine output

Increasing fluid intake to promote diuresis

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Understand the condition: SIADH is characterized by excessive release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH), leading to water retention and dilutional hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood).

Identify the primary problem: The main issue in SIADH is hyponatremia due to water retention, which can lead to symptoms like confusion, seizures, and muscle cramps.

Consider the interventions: Evaluate each option based on its ability to address the hyponatremia and water retention. Encouraging a high-sodium diet may not be effective as it doesn't address the water retention directly.

Evaluate the effectiveness of hypertonic saline: Administering hypertonic saline is a direct approach to increase sodium levels in the blood, thereby correcting hyponatremia. This intervention targets the primary problem in SIADH.

Assess the role of diuretics and fluid intake: Administering diuretics can help increase urine output and reduce water retention, but increasing fluid intake would exacerbate the problem by further diluting sodium levels.