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Hypothyroidism By Rnpedia

Nurse Oliver should expect a client with hypothyroidism to report which health concerns?

A female client with hypothyroidism (myxedema) is receiving levothyroxine (Synthroid), 25 mcg P.O. daily. Which finding should nurse Hans recognize as an adverse drug effect?

The physician has discussed the need for medication with the parents of an infant with congenital hypothyroidism. The nurse can reinforce the physician’s teaching by telling the parents that:

A client with hypothyroidism frequently complains of feeling cold. The nurse should tell the client that she will be more comfortable if she:

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism. An initial assessment of the client would reveal:

After undergoing a subtotal thyroidectomy, a female client develops hypothyroidism. Dr. Smith prescribes levothyroxine (Levothroid), 25 mcg P.O. daily. For which condition is levothyroxine the preferred agent?

A client with hypothyroidism asks the nurse if she will still need to take thyroid medication during the pregnancy. The nurse’s response is based on the knowledge that:

Which of the following potentially serious complications could occur with therapy for hypothyroidism?

A 58 year old woman has newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The nurse is aware that the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism include:

On discharge, the nurse teaches the patient to observe for signs of surgically induced hypothyroidism. The nurse would know that the patient understands the teaching when she states she should notify the MD if she develops:

A 32-year-old mother of three is brought to the clinic. Her pulse is 52, there is a weight gain of 30 pounds in 4 months, and the client is wearing two sweaters. The client is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is of highest priority?

A client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication:

A newborn has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. In discussing the condition and treatment with the family, the nurse should emphasize

A 3-month-old client is in the pediatric unit. During assessment, the nurse is suspecting that the baby may have hypothyroidism when mother states that her baby does not:

T3 and T4 are similar, but different produced in equal amounts?

T3 and T4 are produced in which type of cell?

What does tyrosine combine with to make T3 and T4?

A nurse understands calcitonin and parathormone when the nurse states:

A nurse gets back results on a pt who may have hypothyroidism. What lab values might the nurse expect?

A nurse gets back results on a pt who may have hyperthyroidism. What lab values might the nurse expect?

A pt is given radioactive iodine for a thyroid scan. How often are the tests taken?

Thyrotoxicosis is understood when the nurse states:

Mrs. Gilmour is complaining of being hot all the time, sweating, being thirsty, and losing hair. What could her symptoms indicate?

Michael comes into the ED. His HR is 150 and has a fever of 104.5. He is confused and anxious. What could be Michael's problem?

Iodine's main function in therapy is to:

Radioactive Iodine's main function in therapy is to:

Despite the availability of a wide array of thyroid hormone products, it is clear that ___________ is the treatment of choice for almost all patients with hypothyroidism.

High TSH but low FT4 suggests..._{Hint: TSH and FT4 levels going in opposite directions is usually what we expect to see, generally indicating a problem on the level of the thyroid.}

A radioactive iodide uptake test helps determine intrinsic thyroid function. A thyroid scan can help distinguish etiology (such as cancer). A TRH stimulation test helps determine thyroid and ________ function.

Some causes of hypothyroidism include iatrogenic causes, drugs (such as amiodarone and lithium), and this (also known as autoimmune thyroiditis)....

Hypothyroidism By Rnpedia

Nurse Oliver should expect a client with hypothyroidism to report which health concerns?

A female client with hypothyroidism (myxedema) is receiving levothyroxine (Synthroid), 25 mcg P.O. daily. Which finding should nurse Hans recognize as an adverse drug effect?

The physician has discussed the need for medication with the parents of an infant with congenital hypothyroidism. The nurse can reinforce the physician’s teaching by telling the parents that:

A client with hypothyroidism frequently complains of feeling cold. The nurse should tell the client that she will be more comfortable if she:

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism. An initial assessment of the client would reveal:

After undergoing a subtotal thyroidectomy, a female client develops hypothyroidism. Dr. Smith prescribes levothyroxine (Levothroid), 25 mcg P.O. daily. For which condition is levothyroxine the preferred agent?

A client with hypothyroidism asks the nurse if she will still need to take thyroid medication during the pregnancy. The nurse’s response is based on the knowledge that:

Which of the following potentially serious complications could occur with therapy for hypothyroidism?

A 58 year old woman has newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The nurse is aware that the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism include:

On discharge, the nurse teaches the patient to observe for signs of surgically induced hypothyroidism. The nurse would know that the patient understands the teaching when she states she should notify the MD if she develops:

A 32-year-old mother of three is brought to the clinic. Her pulse is 52, there is a weight gain of 30 pounds in 4 months, and the client is wearing two sweaters. The client is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is of highest priority?

A client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication:

A newborn has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. In discussing the condition and treatment with the family, the nurse should emphasize

A 3-month-old client is in the pediatric unit. During assessment, the nurse is suspecting that the baby may have hypothyroidism when mother states that her baby does not:

T3 and T4 are similar, but different produced in equal amounts?

T3 and T4 are produced in which type of cell?

What does tyrosine combine with to make T3 and T4?

A nurse understands calcitonin and parathormone when the nurse states:

A nurse gets back results on a pt who may have hypothyroidism. What lab values might the nurse expect?

A nurse gets back results on a pt who may have hyperthyroidism. What lab values might the nurse expect?

A pt is given radioactive iodine for a thyroid scan. How often are the tests taken?

Thyrotoxicosis is understood when the nurse states:

Mrs. Gilmour is complaining of being hot all the time, sweating, being thirsty, and losing hair. What could her symptoms indicate?

Michael comes into the ED. His HR is 150 and has a fever of 104.5. He is confused and anxious. What could be Michael's problem?

Iodine's main function in therapy is to:

Radioactive Iodine's main function in therapy is to:

Despite the availability of a wide array of thyroid hormone products, it is clear that ___________ is the treatment of choice for almost all patients with hypothyroidism.

High TSH but low FT4 suggests...Hint: TSH and FT4 levels going in opposite directions is usually what we expect to see, generally indicating a problem on the level of the thyroid.

A radioactive iodide uptake test helps determine intrinsic thyroid function. A thyroid scan can help distinguish etiology (such as cancer). A TRH stimulation test helps determine thyroid and ________ function.

Some causes of hypothyroidism include iatrogenic causes, drugs (such as amiodarone and lithium), and this (also known as autoimmune thyroiditis)....

High TSH but low FT4 suggests..._{Hint: TSH and FT4 levels going in opposite directions is usually what we expect to see, generally indicating a problem on the level of the thyroid.}