adrenal crisis, acute
(also refer to Addison's disease; shock)
deficient Fluid Volume [hypotonic] may be related to failure of regulatory mechanism (damage to/suppression of adrenal gland), inability to concentrate urine, possibly evidenced by decreased venous filling/pulse volume and pressure, hypotension, dry mucous membranes, changes in mentation, decreased serum sodium.
acute pain may be related to effects of disease process/metabolic imbalances, decreased tissue perfusion, possibly evidenced by reports of severe pain in abdomen, lower back, or legs.
impaired physical Mobility may be related to neuromuscular impairment, decreased muscle strength/control, possibly evidenced by generalized weakness, inability to perform desired activities/movements.
risk for Hyperthermia: risk factors may include presence of illness/infectious process, dehydration.
risk for ineffective Protection: risk factors may include hormone deficiency, drug therapy, nutritional/metabolic deficiencies.
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