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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Which of the following is contraindicated for a client who is taking oral steroids?

Increasing dietary calcium

Engaging in regular exercise

Receiving live vaccines

Monitoring blood glucose levels

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Understand the role of oral steroids: Oral steroids are medications that mimic the effects of hormones your body produces naturally in your adrenal glands. They are often used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system.

Identify the potential side effects of oral steroids: These can include increased blood sugar levels, weakened immune response, and decreased bone density.

Consider the implications of receiving live vaccines: Live vaccines contain a weakened form of the virus or bacteria they are designed to protect against. In individuals with a suppressed immune system, such as those taking oral steroids, live vaccines can pose a risk because the immune system may not be able to handle even the weakened pathogen.

Evaluate the other options: Increasing dietary calcium and engaging in regular exercise are generally recommended to counteract the side effects of steroids, such as bone density loss and weight gain. Monitoring blood glucose levels is important because steroids can increase blood sugar levels.

Conclude that receiving live vaccines is contraindicated: Given the immunosuppressive effects of oral steroids, receiving live vaccines is contraindicated as it could lead to an infection due to the weakened immune response.