Increased free t3 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A patient has just been prescribed levothyroxine; the NP puts in a lab order to check TSH levels in? (Ans- 6-8 weeks A patient comes into the clinic complaining of sore throat and fever. She has recently started Methimazole in the last 4 weeks. What does this suggest? (Ans- -Agranulocytosis -Labs to check: CBC LFTs A newly pregnant patient shows understanding of Hypothyroidism in pregnant women by stating? (Ans- 2. I know that if I do not take my medicine, it can cause permane...

Which of the serum laboratory findings are present in the client with Cushing's syndrome? - MARYVILLE NURS 623 EXAM 2 Increased cortisol, Hypernatremia, and Hypokalemia Alice, age 48, has a benign thyroid nodule. The most common treatment involves: - MARYVILLE NURS 623 EXAM 2 Watchful waiting with an annual follow-up ACE inhibitors are given to clients with diabetes who have - MARYVILLE NURS 623 EXAM 2 persistent proteinuria A newly diagnosed client with diabetes who has an HbA1c of 7....

What are the two main purposes of thyroid hormones? - Answer-Regulate energy metabolism and growth and development What is the normal range for T4? - Answer-4.6-11 mcg/dL What is the normal range for T3? - Answer-70-204 ng/dL What is the normal range for TSH? - Answer-0.4-4.2 uU/mL What is thyrotoxicosis? - Answer-Hypermetabolism resulting in excess amounts of T3, T4, or both What is the relationship between TSH and T3/T4 levels? - Answer-Inverse; when one is high, the other is low; when ...

NSG 6340 PREDICTOR STUDY GUIDE 2 1. A 37-year-old female patient with a history of a single episode of depression and frequent complaints of PMS is being treated for hypothyroidism. Today she complains of poor concentration and fatigue. Initially, the NP should: a. Question her further 3. Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention? a. Annual influenza vaccination 7. A 35-year old female with a history of mitral valve prolapse is scheduled for routine dental cleaning. Accor...

NR 565 Final Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass What labs are used to diagnose thyroid problems? Free and total T3 Free and total T4 TSH Anti-TPO Hypothyroidism labs increased TSH, decreased T3 &T4 hyperthyroidism labs decreased TSH and increased T3 &T4 When to recheck labs after starting levothyroxine? 6-8 weeks or after dose change, then 12 months once stabilized S/S hypothyroidism pale, puffy, and expressionless face, cold and dry skin, brittle hair/hair loss, low hea...

NR 565 FINAL EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, GRADED A+ What labs are used to diagnose thyroid problems? - -Free and total T3 Free and total T4 TSH Anti-TPO Hypothyroidism labs - -increased TSH, decreased T3 &T4 hyperthyroidism labs - -decreased TSH and increased T3 &T4 When to recheck labs after starting levothyroxine? - -6-8 weeks or after dose change, then 12 months once stabilized S/S hypothyroidism - -pale, puffy, and expressionless face, cold and dry skin, brittle hair/hair lo...

A patient complains of fatigue, tremors, palpitations, and heat intolerance. The thyroid is diffusely enlarged and firm on palpation. Which of the following laboratory findings is the most consistent with this presentation? A) Low T4 B) Low TSH C) Decreased bilirubin. D) Normal radionuclide scan B) Low TSH The presentation is consistent with hyperthyroidism. Laboratory findings include low TSH, elevated free and total thyroid hormone levels (T3, T4), and an increased uptake on radionucl...

What is Hypothyroidism? The clinical state resulting from a reduction int he amount of circulating free thyroid hormone, or from resistance to the action of thyroid hormone Anemia, hyponatremia, hyperlipidemia, lethargy, Decreased libido, menstrual irregularities, infertility, decreased BP, weight gain, swelling of hands and feet, periorbital edema, intolerance to cold, memory loss, constipation, hair loss, bradycardia, delayed DTRs are a sign of _________________________? Hypothyroidis...

NM706 Module 6 questions with correct answers Normal Hypothalamus Function Answer Normally the hypothalamus secretes thyrotopin-releasing hormone (TRH) which stimulates the anterior pituitary to release thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). -TSH in turn stimulates the thyroid gland to release thyroid hormone (T4 and T3). -When thyroid levels reach a predetermined blood level, they stop the release of TSH, temporarily stopping the cascade. Thyroid Size In Pregnancy Answer -Normal physiol...

ER Quick Facts Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) - answer-MC in type 1 DM, insulin deficiency -Triad of hyperglycemia, acidosis, and ketones -fruity acetone breath, Kussmaul respirations -SIPS: saline, insulin, potassium Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS) - answer-MC in type 2 DM, insulin deficiency -similar to DKA without acidosis or ketones -SIPS: saline, insulin, potassium Diabetes insipidus - answer-ADH is not secreted adequately, or the k...