Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8e
Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8e
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780323358286
Author: Linda Lane Lilley PhD RN, Shelly Rainforth Collins PharmD, Julie S. Snyder MSN RN-BC
Publisher: Elsevier Science
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Chapter 33, Problem 5O
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The mechanisms of action, dosages, indications, routes of administration, contraindications, cautions, drug interactions, and adverse effects of mineralocorticoids, glucocorticoids, and antiadrenal drugs.

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The hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex are also referred to as corticosteroids as they have the chemical structure of steroids. The corticosteroids are of two types, namely glucocorticoids mineralocorticoids. The regulation of electrolytes in the body is carried out by mineralocorticoids. They maintain the sodium homeostasis in the blood. They also influence the potassium and pH levels of the blood and control the blood pressure. The glucocorticoids affect the metabolism of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. The natural glucocorticoid that is secreted by the adrenal gland is cortisol. It regulates the anti-inflammatory actions, stress effects, and blood pressure. The drugs that prevent the excessive secretion of the hormones from the adrenal glands are called as antiadrenal drugs.

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