Module 4: Endocrine Disorders
What’s Happening This Module?
Module 4: Endocrine Disorders is a 1-week module, Week 6 of the course. In this module you will examine fundamental concepts of diseases and disorders that impact endocrine systems. You will also evaluate the impact of patient characteristics, including racial and ethnic variables, on physiological functioning within these systems.
| What do I have to do? | When do I have to do it? |
| Review your Learning Resources | Days 1–7 of Week 6 |
| Knowledge Check: Endocrine Disorders | Complete by Day 5 of Week 6 |
| Midterm Exam | Complete by Day 7 of Week 6 |
Go to the Week’s Content
Week 6
Week 6: Concepts of Endocrine Disorders
Endocrine disorders are complex matters, and there is not always a one-size-fits-all treatment. Particularly in matters requiring the adjustment of hormone levels, treatment may require a custom approach tailored to individual patients. An understanding of these complications is essential to supporting these individual treatment plans.
This week, you examine alterations in the endocrine system and the resultant disease processes. You also consider patient characteristics, including racial and ethnic variables, and the impact they have on altered physiology.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Analyze concepts and principles of pathophysiology across the lifespan
Learning Resources
Required Readings
McCance, K. L. & Huether, S. E. (2019). Pathophysiology: The biologic basis for disease in adults and children (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby/Elsevier.
- Chapter 21: Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation, including Summary Review
- Chapter 22: Alterations of Hormonal Regulation, including Summary Review
- Chapter 23: Obesity and Disorders of Nutrition, including Summary Review
American Diabetes Association (2020). Standards of medical care of patients with diabetes mellitus. Diabetes Care, 26(suppl 1), pp. s33-s50. https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/26/suppl_1/s33
Orlander, P. R. (2018). Hypothyroidism. Retrieved from https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/122393-overview
Hoorn, E. J., & Zietse, R. (2017). Diagnosis and treatment of hyponatremia: Compilation of the guidelines. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, 28(5), 1340–1349
Document: NURS 6501 Midterm Exam Review (PDF document)
Note: Use this document to help you as you review for your Midterm Exam in Week 6.
Required Media
Module 4 Overview with Dr. Tara Harris
Dr. Tara Harris reviews the structure of Module 4 as well as the expectations for the module. Consider how you will manage your time as you review your media and Learning Resources throughout the module to prepare for your Knowledge Check and your Midterm. (3m)
Online Media from Pathophysiology: The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children
In addition to this week’s media, it is highly recommended that you access and view the resources included with the course text, Pathophysiology: The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children. Focus on the videos and animations in Chapters 21 through 23 related to the endocrine system and disorders. Refer to the Learning Resources in Week 1 for registration instructions. If you have already registered, you may access the resources at https://evolve.elsevier.com/
Optional Resources
The following source provides various tutorials related to maximizing your time management and managing stress. Feel free to access this resource to support you as you move through this course.
Walden University. (2019). ASC success strategies interactive tutorials. Retrieved from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/academic-skills-center/skills/tutorials/success-strategies
Knowledge Check: Endocrine Disorders
In this exercise, you will complete a 10- to 20-essay type question Knowledge Check to gauge your understanding of this module’s content.
Possible topics covered in this Knowledge Check include:
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- Diabetes
- Hyper- and hypothyroidism
- Adrenal disorders
- Parathyroidism (hyper and hypo)
- Checks & balances / negative feedback
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
- Pheochromocytosis
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
(Note: It is strongly recommended that you take the Knowledge Check at least 48 hours before taking the Midterm Exam.)
Complete the Knowledge Check By Day 5 of Week 6
To complete this Knowledge Check:
Module 4 Knowledge Check
Midterm Exam
This 101-question exam is a test of your knowledge in preparation for your certification exam. No outside resources, including books, notes, websites, or any other type of resource, are to be used to complete this exam. You are expected to comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct.
This exam will be on topics covered in Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. Prior to starting the exam, you should review all of your materials. This exam is timed with a limit of 2 hours for completion. When time is up, your exam will automatically submit.
(Note: It is strongly recommended that you take the Knowledge Check at least 48 hours before taking the Midterm exam.)
To prepare:
To help you review for your midterm exam, access the Midterm Exam Review document found in this week’s Learning Resources as well as any Knowledge Check feedback you might have received. (Note: You will also need to review all of your materials from each of these weeks to also help you better prepare for your midterm.)
By Day 7 of Week 6
Submit your Midterm Exam.
To complete your exam:
Midterm Exam
What’s Coming Up in Module 5?
In Module 5, you will analyze processes related to neurological and musculoskeletal disorders through case study analysis. To do this, you will analyze alterations in the relevant systems and the resultant disease processes. You will also consider patient characteristics, including racial and ethnic variables, which may impact physiological functioning and altered physiology.
Week 7 Knowledge Check: Neurological and Musculoskeletal Disorders
In the Week 7 Knowledge Check, you will demonstrate your understanding of the topics covered during Module 5. This Knowledge Check will be composed of a series of questions related to specific scenarios provided. It is highly recommended that you review the Learning Resources in their entirety prior to taking the Knowledge Check, since the resources cover the topics addressed. Plan your time accordingly.
Next Module
To go to the next Module:
Module 5