Hyperthyroidism Flashcards
What is Hyperthyroidism
excess thyroid T3/T4 hormone, resulting in hyper metabolic state
Primary and most common cause of Hyperthyroidism
Grave’s Disease (overproduces hormone)
Other primary cause of Hyperthyroidism
Presence of thyroid nodule resulting in hyper secretion of T3/T4
Cardiovascular S/S of Hyperthyroidism
- tachycardia
- hypertension
GI S/S of Hyperthyroidism
- weight loss
- diarrhea
What happens to the eyes w/ Hyperthyroidism
Exophthalmos (bulging eyes)
What happens to the skin, body temp, and sleep pattern of a pt with Hyperthyroidism
- warm/sweaty skin
- heat intolerance
- insomnia
What medication will be prescribed to treat Hyperthyroidism especially graves disease?
Propylthiouracil
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What other medications will be prescribed for Hyperthyroidism
Beta blockers
Iodine solution (inhibits hormone secretion)
What diet should a pt with Hyperthyroidism follow
increased calories and increased protein
Nursing care for exophthalmos
tape eyelids closed for sleep and provide eye lubricant
What should be monitored with Hyperthyroidism
- I&O
- V/S
- Weight
