Exemplar Hypothyroidism PPT

What is hormonal regulation?

Physiological mechanisms that regulate the secretion and action of hormones associated with the endocrine system.

What are common consequences of impaired hormonal regulation?

Alterations in growth and development, cognition, metabolism, reproduction, and adaptive responses.

List two risk factors for hormonal imbalances.

Hormonal supplement therapy and advanced age.

What are the primary laboratory tests for thyroid dysfunction?

TSH levels, Total T3 and T4, and radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU).

What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?

Graves disease.

What are the clinical manifestations of hyperthyroidism?

Increased metabolism, exophthalmos, and goiter.

What is the nursing assessment for hypothyroidism?

Assess for risk factors including female gender, advancing age, and family history.

What is the primary treatment for hypothyroidism?

Levothyroxine (Synthroid).

What lifestyle modifications should be made for a patient with hyperthyroidism?

High-calorie diet with increased protein intake and avoidance of highly seasoned foods.

What is the goal of treatment for hypothyroidism?

Maintain a euthyroid state and relieve symptoms.

What is myxedema coma?

A severe form of hypothyroidism characterized by extreme metabolic slowdown, requiring acute care.

What does TSH indicate in primary hypothyroidism?

Elevated TSH levels.

Why is lifelong therapy necessary in hypothyroid patients?

Because they require continuous hormone replacement to maintain normal metabolic function.