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Informationen zum Autor IAN PEATE is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice . Klappentext PEATE'S BODY SYSTEMS THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM Each of the twelve volumes in Peate's Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. The Endocrine System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in endocrinology, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with hyper- and hypothyroidism, diabetes, and other diseases and conditions affecting the endocrine system Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface viii Acknowledgements x 1 Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System 1 Homeostasis 1 The Endocrine Organs 2 Endocrine, Paracrine, Exocrine and Autocrine Signalling 4 Hormones 5 The Transportation of Hormones 5 Control of Hormone Release 6 The Physiology of the Endocrine Organs 6 The Hypothalamus and the Pituitary Gland 6 Growth Hormone 8 Prolactin 9 Follicle¿stimulating Hormone and Luteinising Hormone (Gonadotrophins) 9 Thyroid¿stimulating Hormone 9 Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone 9 The Thyroid Gland 10 Parathyroid Glands 12 The Adrenal Glands 13 The Pancreas 13 The Gonads 15 Other Endocrine Glands 16 Conclusion 17 Glossary of Terms 17 Multiple Choice Questions 18 References 20 2 Assessment of the Endocrine System 21 Assessing Needs 22 The Patient History 23 Empathy 23 A Focused Endocrine Assessment 26 Assessing the Thyroid Gland 32 Conclusion 33 Glossary of Terms 33 Multiple Choice Questions 34 References 35 3 Hyperthyroidism 36 The Thyroid Gland 36 Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine 36 Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Hyperthyroidism 37 Epidemiology 39 Risk Factors 39 Clinical Presentation 41 Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 43 Management 47 Health Teaching 48 Understanding Hyperthyroidism 49 Treatment Options 49 Long-term Management and Follow-up 50 Conclusion 50 Glossary of Terms 50 Multiple Choice Questions 51 References 52 4 Hypothyroidism 54 Total Thyroxine and Free Thyroxine 54 Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Hypothyroidism 55 Myxoedema 55 Primary and Secondary Hypothyroidis...
