Question:

Understanding the endocrine system is important as hormones regulate many normal body functions and help the human body regulate in times of disease and stress. There are several hormones that follow specific pathways and have specific target organs.

Please answer both questions below as completely as possible, ensuring that you address all points within each question. You will need to respond to at least two other students after you complete your initial post.

1. Your favorite cousin, who is 20 years old, has just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He is overweight and spends most of his time playing computer games or watching television. As a health professional, what advice will you give him? What is the apthophsiologic process you will explain to him?

2. Your patient has just been diagnosed with SIADH. His mother is asking you what this condition is and what she should expect next. What will you tell her