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 condition should a nurse expect to find in a client diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism?

Hyponatremia

Hypercalcemia

Hypocalcemia

Hyperkalemia

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Understand the role of the parathyroid glands: These glands are responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood through the secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH).

Recognize the effect of hyperparathyroidism: In this condition, there is an overproduction of PTH, which leads to increased calcium release from bones, increased calcium reabsorption in the kidneys, and increased calcium absorption in the intestines.

Identify the expected outcome of excessive PTH: The overactivity of the parathyroid glands results in elevated levels of calcium in the blood, a condition known as hypercalcemia.

Differentiate between the options provided: Hyponatremia refers to low sodium levels, hypocalcemia refers to low calcium levels, and hyperkalemia refers to high potassium levels. None of these are directly related to the effects of hyperparathyroidism.

Conclude that hypercalcemia is the condition associated with hyperparathyroidism, as it directly results from the increased activity of the parathyroid hormone.