Lecture

In this lesson we will go over the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels, normal blood sugar levels, and the indications for performing a fasting blood glucose test.  We will also review sliding scale insulin orders used to manage and

What is a glycosylated hemoglobin test? Are we testing for anemia or a blood disorder? Not exactly.  In this lesson we will go over the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels, normal blood sugar levels, and the indications for a

In this lesson we will discuss two types of thyroid hormones, T-3 and T-4 and discuss how they are connected to thyroid stimulating hormone, or TSH, levels.  We will also do a brief overview on how elevated or reduced TSH

In this lesson we will discuss a thyroid stimulating hormone, or TSH, test and review normal TSH levels in the body.  We will also do a brief overview on how elevated or reduced TSH in the body can affect normal

In this lesson we are going to go over what a suppression test is and how it is used to assess endocrine function.  We will also outline types of suppression tests along with nursing responsibilities for handling specimens.   Learning

In this lesson we are going to review what ACTH is and how an ACTH stimulation test aids healthcare providers in diagnosing and monitoring disorders of the endocrine system.  We will also go over nursing responsibilities for handling and labeling

In this lesson, we are going to review why a radioactive iodine uptake scan is done and also look at some of the considerations that need to be taken prior to the testing to prevent complications.  We are also going

In this lesson, we are going to review why a thyroid scan is done and at some of the considerations that need to be taken prior to the testing.  We will also look at the important role the nurse plays

Throughout this lesson, we will identify the structures and functions of the endocrine system.  We will review how the endocrine system regulates structures and glands throughout the body to maintain proper bodily functions.  We will briefly review some issues that