Nu 155 Med-Surg Exam 2 Study Guide with Complete Solutions
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Nu 155 Med-Surg Exam 2 Study Guide
with Complete Solutions
myxedema - Ans:-severe hypothyroidism. Edema of hands face and periorbital tissues
Goiter - Ans:-enlargement of the thyroid gland
tetany - Ans:-tension; prolonged, continuous muscle contraction
nodule - Ans:-a small lump that can be pa...
Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism - Ans:✔✔-cold intolerance, dry skin, fatiuge, bradycardia, thick or
loss of hair, weight gain, constipation
If the airway is obstructed due to a thyroidectomy a patient will experience - Ans:✔✔-Restlessness,
increased pulse and dyspnea
Signs of laryngeal nerve damage after thyroidectomy - Ans:✔✔-inability to speak and hoarseness
Signs and symptoms of sever hyperthyroidism after thyroidectomy are - Ans:✔✔-fever, confusion and
tachycardia
Calcitonin - Ans:✔✔-secreted by the thyroid gland when serum calcium levels are high; decreases blood
calcium levels and limits shift of calcium from bones to blood
poor tolerance of heat and excessive perspiration are symptoms of - Ans:✔✔-hyperthyroidism
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