NSG 350: Chapter 43 Thyroid Disorders
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Who does Hypothyroidism affect Females
the - They're affected 7 to 10 times more often
most? than
males.
How does primary Hypothyroidism a result of a disorder of the thyroid gland
develop? itself
How does secondary caused by a disorder of the anterior
Hypothyroidism develop? pituitary gland
How does tertiary Hypothyroidism associated with a lack of TRH from the
develop? hypothalamus.
What are the clinical - decreased energy
manifestations - increased sleep
of Hypothyroidism? - fatigue
- weight gain
- decreased appetite
- susceptibility to cold temperatures
- thin and fragile hair
- depression
, Patients with Hypothyroidism may Myxedema
develop what condition? - A condition resulting from an increased
deposition of glycosaminoglycans in cells
and
tissues.
- The increased deposition of
glycosaminoglycans
causes an osmotic edema and fluid
collection.
- This can lead to cardiac alterations.
How is Hypothyroidism Confirmed through lab tests:
diagnosed? - elevated TSH
- decreased T3 and T4
*When Hashimoto's thyroiditis is
suspected, an
evaluation of antithyroid antibodies should
be
performed*
What are the medications used to *Replacement of thyroid hormone is the
help treat Hypothyroidism? primary
treatment*
- Synthroid is the most commonly
prescribed for
this.
What are the potential myxedema coma
complications - characterized by hypoxia and carbon
with Hypothyroidism? dioxide
retention, fluid imbalances, and
hypothermia.
Exam Questions and Answers with Verified
Solutions | Latest Updated 2026
Who does Hypothyroidism affect Females
the - They're affected 7 to 10 times more often
most? than
males.
How does primary Hypothyroidism a result of a disorder of the thyroid gland
develop? itself
How does secondary caused by a disorder of the anterior
Hypothyroidism develop? pituitary gland
How does tertiary Hypothyroidism associated with a lack of TRH from the
develop? hypothalamus.
What are the clinical - decreased energy
manifestations - increased sleep
of Hypothyroidism? - fatigue
- weight gain
- decreased appetite
- susceptibility to cold temperatures
- thin and fragile hair
- depression
, Patients with Hypothyroidism may Myxedema
develop what condition? - A condition resulting from an increased
deposition of glycosaminoglycans in cells
and
tissues.
- The increased deposition of
glycosaminoglycans
causes an osmotic edema and fluid
collection.
- This can lead to cardiac alterations.
How is Hypothyroidism Confirmed through lab tests:
diagnosed? - elevated TSH
- decreased T3 and T4
*When Hashimoto's thyroiditis is
suspected, an
evaluation of antithyroid antibodies should
be
performed*
What are the medications used to *Replacement of thyroid hormone is the
help treat Hypothyroidism? primary
treatment*
- Synthroid is the most commonly
prescribed for
this.
What are the potential myxedema coma
complications - characterized by hypoxia and carbon
with Hypothyroidism? dioxide
retention, fluid imbalances, and
hypothermia.
