Endocrine Emergencies
Tracking # 20-1352155
Course overview
Objectives Describe the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system Identify hormones that play a role in the most common endocrine disorders List field management techniques and pharmacology used in endocrine emergencies Content Information Covered 1 Overview of Endocrine Conditions Anatomy and Physiology of Endocrine Glands Hormones Cortisol Aldosterone Estrogen Progesterone Testosterone Insulin Parathyroid hormone Pathophysiology Causes Incidence Morbidity and Mortality Assessment Findings and Management for Endocrine Conditions 1 Pancreatic Disorders 2 Thyroid Disorders Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Myxedema Thyroid storm Thyrotoxicosis Graves disease 3 Adrenal Disorders Addison disease Cushing syndrome 4 Other Endocrine Disorders
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic
Disclosure statements
Conflict of Interest Statement
- A conflict of interest occurs when an instructor has a financial, legal, commercial, and/or professional relationship with organizations or the employees working for said organization, that could influence the level of instruction you receive. The instructor of this course has no conflicts of interest and has been properly vetted prior to creating this material to ensure the information being shared is accurate, relevant, and up to date.
Post-Course Quiz Performance and Compliance
- At the conclusion of this course you will be required to attempt and pass a quiz. The minimum passing score for the quiz is 70%. You will have three attempts to pass the quiz. If you are unsuccessful at passing the quiz on the third attempt, you will be required to watch the CE course over in its entirety.