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Endocrine System
Mr. Homood Alharbi
2. 2 Assessment&Management
?Anatomic & physiologic overview
Has far-reaching effect because it link to nervous & immunity system
Regulation of internal environment
affect every aspect of life
3. 3 Glands of the Endocrine System The endocrine system include
Pituitary
Thyroid
Parathyroid
Adrenal
Pancreatic islets
Ovaries &Testes
Exocrine glands such as sweet glands
4. 4 Function & regulation of Hormones Classification & Action of Hormones
Peptide &Protein Hormones (Insulin) interact with receptor site on the cell surface (acts within seconds & minuets )
Amine Hormones (epinephrine ) similar to protein & peptide )
Steroid Hormones (Hydrocortisone ) need several hours to act.
5. 5 Assessment Health History
Changes in energy level & fatigue
Changes in ability to carry out daily activities
Changes in heat & cold tolerance
Recent change in weight
Changes in sexual function
Changes in memory,mood,&ability to concern
Altered sleep pattern
6. 6 Assessment Physical Assessment
Assess for change in appearance such as :- changes in skin texture hypo&hyper thyroidism , facial hair in women , moon face , obesity of trunk , thinness of extremities …… etc
V\S measured & compare with previous readings
hypertensions ? hyper function of adrenal gland
hypotension ? hypo function of adrenal gland
7. 7 Assessment Diagnostic Evaluation
Blood Test : to determine hormone level in blood
Urine Test : end product excreted by kidney (24 urine collection)
Hormone Stimulation & Suppression Test
8. 8 The pancreas Exocrine : secretion collected in the pancreatic duct which join the bile duct
Amylase ---- aid in digestion of carbohydrate
Trypsin ---- aid in digestion of proteins
Lipase ---- aid in digestion of fat
Endocrine secreted from Islet of Langerhans
Insulin ---- secreted by Beta cells
Glucagon (convert glycogen to glucose) ---- secreted by Alpha cells
Somatostin (hypoglycemic effect) ---- secreted by Delta cells
9. 9 Pancreatitis Inflammation of the pancreas
Clinical Manifestations
Severe Abd pain is the major symptom of pancreatitis
Pain occurs in the epigastric area
24-48 hrs after heavy meal or alcohole
Accompanied by Abd distension & decrease peristalsis
Doesn't relieved by antacids or vomiting
Radiating to back
Tenderness
10. 10 Pancreatitis Clinical Manifestations
2. Ill appearance , reged Abd ,nausea & vomiting
3. Ecchymosis around the umbilicus
4. Hypotension , hypovolemia, &shock
5. Fever , Jaundice , mental confusion ,& agitation
6. Cyanosis ,cold clammy skin
7. Renal failure
8. Respiratory distress ,hypoxia, dyspnea, & tackypnea
11. 11 Pancreatitis Medical Management
Pain Management “morphine”
Intensive care (correction of fluid & blood loss homodynamic monitoring , Insulin & Antibiotics )
Respiratory Care “humi O2 , intubation ,& MV
Surgery “ lapartomy for diagnosis, debride or resection of necrotic tissue
Surgery is risky & need multiple drainage
12. 12 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) It is a group of metabolic diseases ch.ch. By hyperglycemia resulting from defect in insulin secretion ,insulin action or both
A chronic disease involving the inability to synthesize insulin
Etiology is unclear
Involves genetics, auto-immune response, virus, obesity, infection.
13. Normal Blood Sugar level (BS) RBS < 180- 200 mg/dl (9.9-11.1 mmol/L)
FBS< 126 mg/dl (7.0 mmol/L)
Hypoglycemia BS < 60 mg/dl (3.5 mmol/L)
Plasma glucose level is 10-15 % higher than finger stick BS.
Test for BS should be done before tha meal & 2 hours after the meal. 13
14. 14 DM Types
Type 1 - Insulin-dependent, pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin. Requires injections. Common in children.
Type 2 - Non-insulin dependent, insufficient insulin used or cells are not sensitive to insulin. Increase among adolescents. Treated with tablets early, then insulin later on
Diabetes Mellitus associated with other conditions & syndrome
Gestational - diabetes developed during pregnancy
15. 15 DM Functions of Insulin:-
Transports & Metabolizes glucose for energy
Stimulates storage of glucose in the liver & muscles “as glycogen
Enhances storage of dietary fat in adipose tissues
Accelerates transport of aminoacids into cells
Assessment & Diagnostic Findings “ see your text book”
The presence of abnormally high blood glucose levels is the criterion on which diagnosis of Diabetes is based
16. 16 DM Clinical Manifestations :-
Includes three Ps
Polyurea
Polydipsia
Polyphagia
Other symptoms includes
Fatigue ,weakness &dry skin
Sudden vision changes
Numbness in hands & feet
Recurrent infection with slow healed sores
The onset of type 1 may associated with nausea ,vomiting ,or Abd pain
17. 17 DM Management
The therapeutic goal is to achieve euglycemia without hypoglycemia & without seriously disrupting usual lifestyle and activity.
There are Five Components of Management
Nutrition Management
Exercise
Monitoring Glucose & Ketones
Pharmacological Therapy
Education
18. 18 Diabetes Diet & meal planning :
meet nutritional and energy needs
maintain ideal & reasonable weight
reduce blood lipid levels
maintain normal blood glucose levels
High protein, high fiber (useful for cholesterol absorption & lowering cholesterol in blood) to assist in glucose absorption
10-20% protein, 30% or less fat, 50-60% carbohydrate
19. 19 Diabetes 2. Exercise
Exercise reduces blood glucose, which may reduce need for insulin.
Used with diet to achieve lower glucose.
Pt with blood glucose more than 250 mg/dl should not begin exercise until keton test is negative.
Regular daily slow gradual exercise is encouraged , walking is a safe form of exercise
20. 20 Diabetes 3. Monitoring Glucose & Ketones
Allows detection & prevention of Hypo&Hyper glycemia
Plays a crucial role in normalizing blood glucose level which may reduce the risk for long term complication
Done by :
Self Monitoring of Blood Glucose
Lab
Urine Testing for Glucose & Ketones
21. 21 Diabetes 4. Pharmacological Therapy
A. Insulin
For type 1 diabetes & may be used for type 2 for long term basis if oral hypoglycemic agents failed.
Types of insulin “ short, intermediate, long” .
Complications:
(Systemic) Insulin reaction.
Hypoglycemia may developed in :
usually before meals but can be at any time.
Glucose below 50 or 60 mg.
From increased exercise, increased insulin, or lack of food.
22. 22 Diabetes S&S: weakness, headache, sweating, tremor, palpitations, mental changes. Will lead to coma.
Give juice with sugar
Memory aid:
Symptom Implication
Cold and clammy… give hard candy
Hot and dry... glucose is high
Other complications include ( local complications):
Local allergic reaction , redness,swelling,&tenderness
Lipoatrophy &Lipohyperatrophy
23. 23 Diabetes B. oral Antidiabetic Agents : affective for type 2 diabetic
pt who can't controlled by diet & exercise
Sulfonylureas “chlorpromide” : act by stimulate the pancreas to secrete insulin & improve Insulin action at the cellular level & decrease liver glucose
Biguarides “glucophage” : facilitating insulin action in peripheral receptor sites --- gives in combination with Sulfonylureas
Oral Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors : delaying the absorption of glucose in the intestine
24. 24 Diabetes Acute Complication of Diabetes:
Hypoglycemia : a decrease in blood glucose level to less than 50-60 caused by too much insulin or oral agents , too little food ,or excessive activity
S&S :
Sweating ,tremor, tachycardia, nervousness & hunger.
In mild : confusion ,headache numbness of lips & tongue , & drowsiness.
In severe : seizures , difficulty arousing from sleep & loss of consciousness.
25. 25 Diabetes Management :
Immediate Treatment must be given
10-15 mg of a fast acting carbohydrates, repeated every 15 min if no response
For unconscious Pt Glucagon 1mg S/C or IM , or IV dose mainly in hospital
26. 26 Diabetes 2. Diabetic Ketoacidosis :
When the availabe glucose is not enough, the liver convert Fatty into Ketone bodies which is acids. Thus, acids accumulated in the circulation lead to metabolic Ketoacidosis
S&S “see the Textbook”
The main cause of DKA :
Missed dose of insulin
Illness or infection
Undiagnosed & untreated diabetes
Management :
Rehydration & Replace of Electrolytes
Correction of Acidosis
Insulin & IV Dextrose
27. 27 Long Term Complications of DM Usually not occur within first 5-10yrs
1. Macro vascular Complications
Blood vessels walls thicken and occluded (sclerosis developed, Coronary Artery Diseases , Cerebro vascular Diseases & peripheral vascular Diseases)
2. Micro vascular Complications (Retinopathy)
3. Nephropathy
4. Diabetic Nephropathies
28. 28 Function of the liver Glucose Metabolism :
Glucose taken up from portal venous by liver & converted into glycogen which stored in the hepatocyts
Gluconeogenesis
Ammonia Conversion :
protein in stomach is converted to amino acid, which enter bolood inform of ammonia, liver convert it to urea.
29. 29 liver functions cont. 3. Protein Metabolism : (albumin, oncotic pressure, clotting factors)
4. Fat Metabolism
5. Vit & Iron storage
6. Drug Metabolism
7. Bilirubin excretion (end products of died RBC, Jundice).
30. 30 liver functions cont.
8. Bile Formation :
Bile formed in hepatocytes composed of water ,electrolytes ,fatty acids , billirubin ,cholesterol ,& bile salt
Bile stored in Gallbladder empted in intestine as needed for fat emulsification
Function of Gallbladder
Storage of bile 5-10 times concentrated
Bile secretion in intestine by contraction
31. 31 Liver Diagnostic Evaluation :
1. Liver Function Test :
Serum Aminotransferase (transaminase) injury of liver & acute liver disease such as Hepatitis
Alanine Aminotrasferase (ALT ) SGPT
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) SGOT
Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT)
2. Percutaneous Needle Biopsy : useful when other lab tests not diagnostic
3. Other Diagnostic Tests : liver U/S , liver CT scanning ,MRI , & laparoscopy
32. 32 Hepatic Dysfunction Result from damage of the liver cells
Causes:
Infectious agents (bacterial &viral)
Metabolic Disorders
Toxins &Medications
Nutritional Deficiency
Anoxia & Hypersensitivity
33. 33 Hepatic Dysfunction Clinical Manifestations
1. Jaundice :resulting from increased bilirubin concentration in the blood, due to hepatic, gallbladder dysfunction or hematological problem
2. Nutritional deficiency
Which result from the inability of the damaged liver cells to metabolize certain vitamins:
Vit A night blindness
Vit K bleeding tendency
Vit C hemorrhage lesions
34. 34 Hepatic Dysfunction 3.Hepatic Encephalopathy :Reflecting accumulation of ammonia in the serum due to impaired protein metabolism by the diseased liver which lead to brain dysfunction & damage. Lactulose is the management.
4. Portal hypertension & acites
Formation of esophageal ,gastric, &hemorrhoidal varices
Accumulation of fluid in Abd cavity “acites”
35. 35 Hepatic Disorders Hepatitis A Virus (HAV)
Accounts 20-25% of hepatic infection caused by RNA virus of the Enterovirus Family
Mode of Transmission :fecal –oral rout ,through ingestion of infected food or liquids
Child & adults acquire the infection through contact
Incubation period : 15-50 days (average of 30 days)
Course of illness : lasting 4-8 weeks
Recovery is the rule ,rarely complicated ,Immunity
Mortality rate is approximately 0.5%
36. 36 Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Clinical Manifestations
Many Pts symptomless & anictric
Mild flu like upper respiratory tract infection with low grade fever
Anorexia is an early symptom & is often severe
Later jaundice & dark urine may became apparent
Indigestion ,vague epigastric distress ,nausea ,heart burn & flatulence
37. 37 Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Prevention
Vaccination
Precautions
Medical Management
Bed rest in acute stage & appropriate diet
Stimulate appetite to control weight loss
Gradual but progressive ambulation
Provide rest after activity
38. 38 Hepatitis B virus (HBV) Transmitted: through blood
Found in : blood, saliva, semen, &vaginal secretion
Incubation period 1-6 months
Recovery : most adults recover within 6 months
Mortality : about 10%
39. 39 Hepatitis B virus (HBV) Clinical Manifestations
Arthralgia & rashes
Loss of appetite ,dyspnea , Abd pain itching ,generalize malaise & weakness
If jaundice developed light stool & dark urine
Tender liver & enlarged to 12-14 cm vertically
Fever & respiratory symptoms are rare
40. 40 Hepatitis B virus (HBV) Prevention :
The Goals of prevention is to :
Interrupt the chain of transmission
Protect people of high risk by immunization
To use passive immunization for unprotected people
41. 41 Hepatitis B virus (HBV) Medical Management
The goals of management are to :
Minimize infectivity
Normalize liver inflammation
Decrease symptoms
Bed rest may be recommended
Maintain adequate nutrition
Proteins are restricted when ability of liver to metabolize proteins is impaired
42. 42 Hepatitis B virus (HBV) Nursing Management
Convalescence may be prolonged so during this period nurse make gradual resumption of physical activity
Psychological consideration
Decrease fear & anxiety of family & patient
43. 43 Hepatitis C Virus non A non B hepatitis
Incubation period 15-160 days
Transmitted by blood transfusion & sexual contact
No benefit from rest ,diet ,or vit supplement
Combination of Interferon & Ribovirin.
Can cause liver cirhosis, which required liver transplant.
44. Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) Requires Hep.B for replication.
Common in IV injection, sexual.
The incubation period: 21-140 days.
Symptoms are similar to Hep.B 44
45. Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) Transmitted by fecal, oral, contaminated water.
The incubation period: 15-65 days.
Resemble to Hep.A
Chronic forms don’t developed.
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46. 46 Fulminant Hepatic Failure It is the clinical syndrome of sudden & severely impaired liver function in a previously healthy person
Pattern of progression from jaundice to encephalopathy identified by time but agreement one specific classification not yet
However three categories cited
Hyperacute : duration of jaundice 0-7 days
Acute : 8-28 days
Subacute : 28-72 days
47. 47 Fulminant Hepatic Failure Cause : viral hepatitis , toxic medication & chemicals , metabolic disturbances& structural changes
Prognosis much worse than chronic liver failure but the hepatic lesion is potentially reversible rate 50-85.
S&S :
Jaundice & profound anorexia
Accompanied with : coagulation defect ,renal failure, electrolytes disturbances, hypoglycemia, & encephalopathy.
Management
Plasma exchange
Monitor &manage complication “cerebral edema”
Liver transplantation
48. 48 Hepatic Cirrhosis It is a chronic disease ch.ch. By replacement of normal liver tissue with diffuse fibrosis that disrupts the structure & function of the liver
Types of cirrhosis
Alcoholic cirrhosis : most common
Post necrotic cirrhosis
Billiary Cirrhosis
49. 49 Hepatic Cirrhosis Clinical Manifestations : “see your textbook”
Medical Management
Based in presenting symptoms e.g. antacid , vit
K sparing diuretics for ascitis if present
Adequate Balanced diet & avoidance of alcohol
Colchicine (anti-inflammatory) which increase survival of mild &moderate cirrhosis
50. 50 Hepatic & Billiary Disorders Hepatic Cirrhosis Nursing Management :
Providing Rest
Improving Nutritional Status
Providing Nursing Care & reducing risk for injury
Monitoring & Managing potential complication
51. 51 Cholecystitis Acute infection of the gallbladder.
causes pain ,tenderness , & rigidity of the upper right Abdomen & associated with nausea ,vomiting ,& the usual signs of acute inflammation.
A calculus Cholecystitis : describes acute gallbladder inflammation in the absence of obstruction by stone
Calculus cholecystitis : a gallbladder stones obstruct bile out flow , occur in 90% of Pt with acute cholecystitis
52. 52 Cholecystitis Clinical Manifestations
May be silent & produce mild GI symptoms
Pain & Billiary Colic
Jaundice
Changes in stool & urine color
Vitamin Deficiency
53. 53 Cholecystitis Diagnostic Evaluation
Abdominal X- ray
U/S.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholengiopancreatiography (ERCP)
Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholengiography
54. 54 Cholecystitis Medical Management:
Nutritional & supportive Therapy
1. Diet limited to low fat liquid after episode.
2. Powdered supplement high in protein & carbohydrates ,then as tolerated cooked fruit ,rice ,lean meat ,non gas forming vegetables , bread , coffee & tea.
3. Avoid egg , creama , cheese , & alcohol
55. 55 Cholecystitis
Pharmacologic Therapy
Ursodexycholic Acid & Chendeoxycholic Acid used to disolved small gallstones composed of cholesterol
Not indicated for patients with pigment stone
56. 56 Cholecystitis Non Surgical Removal of Gallstone
Dissolving gallstone by infusion of a solvent into gallbladder through ERCP
Extracorporeal Shock- Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL).
Surgical Management
Laparoscopic Cholecystictomy
Open Cholecystictomy
57. 57 Pituitary Gland
1.27 cm in diameter
Called master gland
Divided into three lobes
Controlled by hypothalamus
pituitary Hormones controlled by releasing factors (RF) , secreted by hypothalamus which reach the pituitary by portal blood system
58. 58 Pituitary Gland Posterior Pituitary “the important hormones”
Vasopressin “ADH”
Oxytocin ejection of milk , uterine contraction
The two hormones synthesized in hypothalamus & storage in pituitary
Anterior pituitary “the important hormones”:
Follicle Stimulating Hormones (FSH)
Luitinizing Hormone (LH)
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Growth Hormone (GH)
59. 59 Pituitary Gland Abnormal pituitary function : over secretion or under secretion of of any of the hormones
Hypopituitararism
Disease of pituitary it self or of hypothalamus
May result from destruction of the anterior lobe
Pan hypothyroidism Simond’s disease total absence of all P . Secretions.
Postpartum Pituitary Necrosis Shaheen’s Syndrome failure of A . pituitary
60. 60 Diabetes Insipidus It is a disorder of the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland due to deficiency of Vasopressin “ADH”
It ch.ch. By polydipsia & large volume of diluted urine
It may Secondary to brain tumor ,brain trauma or infection of nervous system, failure of the renal tubules to respond to ADH due to hypokalemia ,hypercalcemia or medication.
Assessment & Diagnostic evaluation
Fluid Deprivation Test
Plasma level of vasopressin
Assessment of cause of disease if not obvious
61. 61 Diabetes Insipidus Clinical Manifestations
Diluted water like urine .
Pt tend to drink 4 liter of fluids daily
Abrupt or insidious onset in adult
If fluid restricted pt experience an insatiable craving for fluid and develop hypernatremia or dehydration
62. 62 Diabetes Insipidus Medical Management
1. Vasopressin Replacement
Desmopressin : administered intranasaly2-4 times /day
Lypressin “Diapid” short acting
2.Phamacotherapy to conserve fluids : “clofibrate & hypolipidemic agent & diabenase”
3. Treatment of nephrogenic causes
63. 63 Thyroid Gland It is a butterfly shaped organ located in the lower neck anterior to the trachea
It is about 5cm long & 3cm wide , 30mg weight
It produces 3 hormones -Thyroxin T4 -Triiodothyronin T3 -Calcitonin
Regulation of thyroid function -Thyrotropin “TSH”
64. 64 Thyroid Gland Examination of Thyroid Gland
Inspection & Palpation
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone level
Serum T3 & T4
Radioactive Iodine Uptake
Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy
Thyroid Scan & MRI
65. 65 Thyroid Gland Abnormalities of Thyroid Function
Hypothyroidism
Decrease in hormones secretion result from sub optimal levels of thyroid hormones
Causes : - -Autoimmune Thyroditis “Hashomotus”.
66. 66 Thyroid Gland Types of Hypothyroidism.
Thyroidal hypothyroidism (primary) :- dysfunction of the thyroid gland it self
Central Hypothyroidism :- dysfunction of thyroid caused by failure of the pituitary gland , hypothalamus , or both.
67. 67 Thyroid Gland Clinical Manifestation
Early symptoms :-
Hair loss , Brittle nails , dry skin
Numbness , tingling of fingers , horsiness
Menstrual Disturbances
Sever hypothyroidism
Subnormal Temperature & Heart rate
Weight Gain ,Thickened Skin ,feeling of cold
Mask & Expressionless Face
Irritability , Epethatic ,Mental Dullness
68. 68 Thyroid Gland Slow speech , tongue enlargement
Increase size of hands & face
Constipation
3. In advanced cases
Dementia , sleep apnea
Plural effusion ,respiratory muscle weakness
4. Severe cases associated with:-
Elevated serum cholesterol level
Atherosclerosis
Coronary artery disease
Poor left ventricle function
69. 69 Thyroid Gland Medical Management
Thyroid Hormones Replacement
Supportive Therapy
Prevention of cardiac dysfunction
Nursing Management
Modifying activity
Promoting physical comfort “don’t use heat pad or heat blanket
Providing emotional support
70. 70 Thyroid Gland Hyperthyroidism
It is the second most common endocrine disorder after Diabetes Mellitus.
Result from excessive output of thyroid hormones.
Affect women eight times more frequently than men
71. 71 Thyroid Gland Clinical Manifestations
Nervousness ,irritability, fine tremor of hands
Flushed ,warm , soft & moist skin
Poor Heat toleration
Increase appetite & dietary intake & weight loss
Fatigue & change in bowel function
Increase systolic blood pressure ,palpitation ,atrial fibrillation & cardiac failure
Osteoporosis & bone fracture .
72. 72 Thyroid Gland Management
Radioactive Iodine Therapy: destroy the over active thyroid cells
Pharmacologic Therapy : inhibit stages of hormone synthesis “Tapazole , Propacil”
Adjunctive Therapy :Iodide compound to decrease production of hormones & to reduce vascularity of thyroid gland “K iodide” ,which make surgery saver
Surgical Management
Subtotal Thyroidectomy.
73. 73 Parathyroid Glands Parathormone :- regulate calcium & phosphorus metabolism
Parathormone calcium absorption from kidney ,the intestine & bones ( increase blood level of Ca)
Parathormone lower phosphorous level
Calcium phosphate may precipitate in various organ& cause tissue calcification
Parathormone regulated by the serum level of ionized Ca
Ca Parathormone secretion
74. 74 Parathyroid Glands Abnormalities
Hyperparathyroidism
hypoparathyroidism
75. 75 The Adrenal Gland Each Adrenal Gland is ,in reality ,two endocrine
gland with separate ,& independent function
Adrenal Medulla
Epinephrine
Nor epinephrine
Adrenal Cortex
Glucocorticoids (Hydrocortisone)
Miniralocorticoid (Aldesterone)
Androgens (Male Sex Hormone)
76. 76 The Adrenal Gland Addison’s Disease: (Adrenocortical Insufficiency)
Decreased cortical activity from atrophy, TB, or virus (histoplasmosis)
Clinical Manifestations
weakness, fatigue, emaciation,
dark pigmentation, Gastrointestinal disturbances
low BP, low glucose and sodium, high potassium
reduced BMR,, dehydration
Mental status changes (depression ,apathy &confusion)
77. 77 The Adrenal Gland Management
Correct electrolyte imbalance
Hydrocortisone “solu-cortef”
Vasopressor for hypotesion
Antibiotic for infection if it the cause
Oral intake may initiated as soon as tolerated
78. 78 The Adrenal Gland Addisonian Crisis
A status progressed disease with acute hypotension ch.ch. Cyanosis ,fever & classic signs of shock
Nursing Management
Assessing Patient
Monitoring for Addisonian Crisis
Restoring fluid balance
Improving Activity tolerance
79. 79 The Adrenal Gland Cushing’s Syndrom
From excessive ACTH or cortisone, hyperplasia of cortex or pituitary tumor.
Clinical Manifestations: hypotension, decrease inflammatory response, decrease wound healing.
Assessment & Diagnostic Evaluation
Increase blood glucose level &Na
Decrease in K & WBCs count
Plasma ACTH
24 hr urinary free cortison
80. 80 The Adrenal Gland
Medical Management
Treatment of cause
Bilateral Adrenoectomy for adrenal hypertrophy
Replacement therapy with Hydrocortison
Adrenal enzyme inhibitors “Ketoconazole”
81. 81
Conclusion
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