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HYPER AND HYPOTHYROIDISM Flashcards

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Also called Thyrotoxicosis

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Hyperthyroidism

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Incidence in Hyperthyroidism

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Female <40 yrs. old

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Hyper: Diet

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High Calorie and Low Fiber

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The cause of Grave’s Disease is __ but there is a ___.

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Unknown; Hereditary link

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Hyper: FACTORS

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Autoimmunity
Neoplasms
Excessive intake of Thyroid meds

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Most common cause of Hyper?

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Grave’s Disease

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Hypocalcemia results to?

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Increased membrane permeability which leads to Increased neuromuscular irritability

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Hyper: Manifestations

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Everything is HIGH and WET

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Due to Increased metabolism

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High appetite
Weight Loss
Heat intolerance

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Due to Hypocalcemia

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Hyperactive Bowel sounds
Diarrhea
Nervousness
Restlessness

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Due to activation of CNS/ SNS

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Hypertension
Diaphoresis
Palpitation

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Hyper: Eye Manifestations

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Exophthalmos
Von Graefe’s
Joffroy’s Sign
Proptosis

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Protrusion of one or both eyes

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Exophthalmos

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the palpebral fissure in Von Graefe’s are?

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Long and Deep

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Abnormal vertical wideness of the Palpebral fissure.

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Von Graefe’s

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Cause of Exophthalmos?

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Accumulation of Fluid at the Fat pads behind the eyeballs.

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Joffroy’s Sign

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Forehead remain smooth when looking up.

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Iodides (2)

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Lugol’s Solution
Saturated Solution of Potassium Iodide (SSKI)

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Signs of Proptosis

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Blurred Vision
Diplopia
Eye pain
Lacrimation
Photophobia

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SSKI is also used in ___.

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Thyroid Storm

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Proptosis

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Forward Displacement of the eye or Bulging

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Give before Subtotal Thyroidectomy for less vascular

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Lugol’s Solution

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COMMON side effects of IODIDES

clue: VAMIC ARS

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Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Metallic or Brassy taste
Increased Salivation
Coryza
Abdominal Pain
Rashes
Sore gums

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Anti- thyroid meds: THIOAMIDES

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Methimazole (Tapazole)
Prophythiouracil (PTU)

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DOC of thyroid storm

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Lugol’s Solution

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Iodides that Inhibit TH synthesis and release

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SSKI

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Nursing Responsibilities in IODIDES: (5)

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Assess for HYPERSENSITIVITY to Iodine.

Dilutes Iodine Sources: COLD WATER and FRUIT JUICES

Provide DRINKING STRAW.

Monitor for increased BLEEDING TENDENCIES.

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Methimazole: Cannot be taken during?

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Pregnancy

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THIOAMIDES: Administer?

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at the same time each day with meals.

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Other SE of THIOAMIDES

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Hypothyroidism
Pruritus
Periorbital Edema
Anorexia
Loss of Taste and Smell
Menstrual Changes

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Full effects experienced in?

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12 weeks

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Methimazole: Can be taken in?

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1 daily dose

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Avoid ASA and Iodine containing meds.

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Because it elevates Free Thyroid Hormone levels

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PTU: Inhibit?

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TH production

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PTU: Must be taken in?

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3 doses daily

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THIOAMIDES: SE- Agranulocytosis/Neutropenia with leukopenia

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FRD S/S

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Other Meds for Hyperthyroidism? (2)

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Beta Blocker and CCB

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Weight Gain indicates?

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Effectiveness of the meds

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CCB - Glucocorticoids

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Dexamethasone

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5/6 of the Gland is removed

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Subtotal Thyroidectomy

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Periop Care: ASSESS

clue: GV WEH

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Glucosuria
Vital Signs
Weight
Electrolyte levels
Hyperglycemia

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Other Periop care for Subtotal Thyroidectomy

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Teacg

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Treats cancer of the thyroid and requires lifelong hormone replacement

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Total Thyroidectomy

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