Adrenal Insufficiency Teaching 1356
The patience was advised the effect stress can have on hormone levels. Instructed patient how to administer a hydrocortisone (IM) injection in case of adrenal crisis. Encouraged other methods of dealing with stressful events (relaxation techniques, diversional activities.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.