Project Summary: Discuss the functions of the 12 cranial nerves and nursing interventions for dysfunction. 1. How does aging impact the endocrine system? 2. What assessment data would you expect to see differently with an older adult than you would with a younger adult? 3. How is lab specimen collection different (or similar) when obtaining endocrine specimens versus specimens taken for other body systems?” LS is a 42-year-old male who has been diagnosed with adrenal hypo-secretion. He was told that he will need to wear a medical alert bracelet. LS asks why this is the case. He plans to take the medications and does not like the idea of others knowing that he has a medical issue. Discussion Questions 1. Explain the difference between the inner (medulla) and outer (cortex) regions of the adrenal gland. 2. Explain why aldosterone has a shorter half-life than cortisol. 3. Discuss the effects glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids have on the body 4. After discussing the above,