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a condition in which there is an inadequate amount of circulating thyroid hormone T3 and T4 causing a decrease in metabolic rate that affects all body systems
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hypothyroidism
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State of severe hypothyroidism found in infants. When infants do not produce normal amounts of thyroid hormones, their skeletal maturation and CNS development are altered, resulting in:
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CRETINISM
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Hypothyroidism is more prevalent in:
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women ages 40-50
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With hypothyroidism, serum cholestrol is:
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Elevated
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A blood disorder that is associated with weakness,fatigue r/t hypothyroidism
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anemia
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A blood disorder that is associated with weakness,fatigue r/t hypothyroidism
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Abnormal menstrual periods
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Overmedication during hypothyroidism therapy can lead to:
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hyperthyroidism
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A life-threatening condition that occurs when hypothyroidism is untreated or when a stressor such as infection occurs
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myxedema
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bulging eyes r/t hyperthyroidism
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exophthalmos
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Beta blockers treat these symptoms associated with antithyroid therapy
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tachycardia
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A sudden surge of large amounts of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream, causing an even greater increase in body metabolism.
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Thyroid Storm
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A hypermetabolic state can _____ blood sugar to hyperglycemic state
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increase
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Identify at least three symptoms of Grave's disease
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heat intolerance
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This may be performed when treatment fails with hyperthyroidism
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thyroidectomy
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After a trachectomy the head of the bed should be in:
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high fowler's to promote venous return
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To assess for laryngeal nerve damage ask the pt. to
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speak
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Characterized by adrenal glands hyperfunctioning and an excess production of the glucocorticoid cortisol
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Cushing's syndrome
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Moonface and humpback are characteristic of this condition:
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Cushing's syndrome
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