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Hashimoto thyroiditis is a form of ___________thyroidism (hypo or hyper), that results from loss of thyroid gland function due to anti-thyroglobulin and anti-________________ antibodies against the TSH receptor. HYPOthyroidism, anti-PEROXIDASE T/F: Hashimoto thyroiditis affects men 7 times more than women and presents with a painful goiter on physical exam. False. Hashimoto thyroiditis affects WOMEN 7 times more than men and presents with a PAINLESS goiter on physical exam. If a ...

Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism Face is pale, puffy, and expressionless. Skin is cold and dry. hair is brittle, and hair loss occurs. Heart rate and temperature are lowered. The patient lethargy, fatigue, and intolerance to cold. Mentation may be impaired. Signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism Heart Rate is Rapid; Possible arrhythmia/angina Nervousness, insomnia, rapid thought flow, and rapid speech Skeletal muscles may weaken and atrophy Metabolic rate is raised, resulting in inc...

NR565 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, GRADED A+ Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism - -Face is pale, puffy, and expressionless. Skin is cold and dry. hair is brittle, and hair loss occurs. Heart rate and temperature are lowered. The patient lethargy, fatigue, and intolerance to cold. Mentation may be impaired. Signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism - -Heart Rate is Rapid; Possible arrhythmia/angina Nervousness, insomnia, rapid thought flow, and rapid speech Ske...

MVU Nurs 623 Exam 2 (2023/2024) Already Graded A Common endocrine problems Hirsutism Alopecia Gynecomastia Increased neck mass Polydipsia Polyphagia Polyuria Unexplaned weight gain/loss Organize endocrine disorders Glandular Disorders Thyroid parathyroid pituatary adrenal Diabetes DM1 DM@ hypoglycemia Metabolic disorders Obesity Gout Pituatary gland the endocrine system's most influential gland. Under the influence of the hypothalamus, it regulates growth and controls other endocrine glands....

What is the normal range for TSH? correct answer: 0.4-4.0 What labs are indicative of subclinical hypothyroidism? correct answer: TSH > 3.0 with normal free T4: subclinical hypothyroidism, usually asymptomatic, monitor closely for development of hypothyroidism. What are the ADA recs for ASA in T1 and T2 DM with CVD 10 yr risk >10% and 1 other risk factor? correct answer: Prescribe ASA 81-162 mg What is the ADA recs for hyperlipidemia for all DM with overt CVD or age 40-75 with ...

Types of prevention - answer-primary- car restraints, bicycle helmets, immunizations secondary- prevent for those with RF-pap, mammo tertiary-mgmt of established disease- meds, lifestyle Primary - answer-Preventing the health problem, most cost effective form of healthcare **IMMUNIZATIONS, ensuring adequate illumination at home (preventing falls) Secondary - answer-Detecting disease in early asymptomatic stages, screenings -Early cause finding of asymptomatic disease via the use of a sc...

Name the 13 different cranial lymph nodes discussed in class - Answer-Preauricular Postauricular (mastoid) Occipital Parotid Retropharyngeal (tonsillar) Submandibular Submental Sublingual Anterior superficial cervical Posterior superficial cervical Facial Sternomastoid Supraclavicular normocephalic - Answer-Head, and all organs of the head, are completely normal microcephalic - Answer-Abnormally small head. Microcephaly- infants born with abnormally small heads hydrocephalic - An...

NR 565 EXAM TEST FINALS Hypothyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER-underproduction of the hormone thyroxine (T4) (yellow) Too little thyroxine=slower metabolism fatigue, depressed mood, slow heart rate, constipation, weight gain, and irregular menstrual periods. MC in >60 women Hyperthyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER-overproduction of thyroid hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) (green), and thyroxine (T4) (yellow) What active hormones are produced by the thyroid? - CORRECT ANSWERtriiodothyronine (T3)...

Assessing the Head, Face, Mouth, and Neck 1. What is the purpose of assessing the patency of the nose? 1. To assess for nasal passageway occlusion 2. To assess for tenderness, inflammation, or deviation 3. To assess appearance and symmetry 4. To assess for normal size and shape 2. The patient is diagnosed with a neurological disorder. During the assessment of this patient’s head, what abnormal assessment findings would the nurse expect to find? 1. Tenderness and swelling of the head ...

South University, Savannah NSG 6435 final questions with all verified answers Question 1 (2 points) Which of the following is not found in an adolescent with untreated Graves' disease? Question 1 options: a) Behavioral problems b) Sleep disturbances d) Tachycardia Save Question 2 (2 points) A fifteen-year-old male patient reports a three-day history of sore throat, fever, and malaise. Physical examination reveals pharyngitis, anterior cervical aden...