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NR565 FINAL EXAM|| 2025 UPDATE ALL
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS||
LATEST AND COMPLETE VERSION 2024-2025
WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS ALREADY GRADED
A+|| ASSURED PASS!!!
What is hyperthyroidism?
A condition characterized by the overproduction f thyroid hormone, leading to
accelerated metabolic processes




What laboratory test is primarily used to diagnose hyperthyroidism?
TSH, low levels indicate high thyroid hormone levels




What additional lab test confirms hyperthyroidism?
free thyroxine (T4), elevated levels of T4




Which lab test may be elevated in cases of T4 toxicosis?
total T3- elevated levels may indicate hyperthyroidism




What antibodies are tested to help determine the cause of hyperthyroidism?
thyroid antibodies (ex. TSI for grave's disease)

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What laboratory test is primarily used to diagnose hypothyroidism?
TSH- elevated levels indicate low thyroid hormone levels




What additional lab test confirms hypothyroidism?
free thyroxine (T4)- low levels confirm hypothyroidism




Which antibodies are tested to help diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
thyroid antibodies (ex. anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies)




What are common causes of hyperthyroidism?
Grave's disease, other conditions affecting the thyroid or stimulating glands




What are common symptoms of hyperthryroidism?
unintended weight loss, rapid heartbeat, sweating, nervousness, irritability




What are the treatment options for hyperthyroidism?
antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine therapy, or thyroid surgery




What is methimazole used for?

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first-line antithyroid drug used to treat hyperthyroidism by inhibiting thyroid
hormone synthesis




What are the unique features of methimazole?
safer and more convenient than PTU, preferred except in the first trimester of
pregnancy




How does methimazole work?
blocks the enzyme thyroid peroxidase, reducing synthesis of T3 and T4 hormones




What are potential side effects of methimazole?
agranulocytosis and hypothyroidism (from supra-therapeutic doses)




What is PTU used for?
second-line antithyroid drug primarily used in the first trimester of pregnancy and
for thyroid storm




How does PTU work?
it inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis and peripheral conversion of T4 to T3

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What is hypothyroidism?
a condition where the thyroid gland is under active, leading to insufficient
production of thyroid hormones




What are common symptoms of hypothyroidism?
fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, dry skin, and depression




What is levothyroxine used for?
it is a synthetic thyroid hormone replacement used to manage hypothyroidism




How does levothyroxine work?
it supplements thyroid hormone levels, converting T4 to T3, normalizing metabolic
processes




What are potential side effects of levothyroxine?
thyrotoxicosis, osteoporosis, and atrial fibrillation with chronic overdose




What is the preferred antithyroid medication during the first trimester of
pregnancy?
PTU is preferred due to its lower risk of crossing the placenta

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