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Adrenal Gland Disorders

Addison’s Disease

– Hyposecretion of Adrenal Cortex Hormones

• Glucocorticoids
• Mineralocorticoids

Assessment:

• Lethargy
• Fatigue and weight loss
• Hypotension
• Hypoglycemia
• Hyperkalemia

– can lead to Addisonian Crisis

Addisonian Crisis Assessment

• Severe headache
• Weakness and Irritability
• Severe Hypotension
• Shock