Abstract

Growth hormone deficiency is the most common pituitary hormone deficiency and is accompanied by poor overall growth and short stature. It causes a poor quality of life and a burden on the caregiver. It is caused by underproduction of growth hormone releasing hormone from the hypothalamus, Deficiency of growth hormone from the pituitary, or insensitivity to growth hormone action. Growth hormone deficiency is manifested by a slow growth rate, short stature, delayed puberty, immature facial features, delayed sexual development, and delayed motor skills, language, and cognitive development. Investigations include provocative tests done to provoke a pituitary growth hormone. Management of growth hormone deficiency includes the replacement of growth hormone, and regular follow-up and growth monitoring to give tailored treatment for individual children. Given the difficulties that children and caregivers encounter, nurses must provide thorough, client-centered care.

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