ATI Hypo / Hyperthyroidism 3 Nclex Questions with 100% Correct Answers

A nurse in a provider's office is reviewing the health record of a client who is being evaluated for Graves' disease. The nurse should identify that which of the following lab results is an expected finding? A. Decreased thyrotropin receptor antibiodies B. Decreased thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) C. Decreased free thyroxine index D. Decreased triiodothyronine Correct Answer B; In the presence of Graves' disease, low TSH is an expected finding. The pituitary gland decreases the production of TSH when thyroid hormone levels are elevated. A nurse is reviewing the manifestations of hyperthyroidism with a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.) A. Anorexia B. Heat intolerance C. Constipation D. Palpitations E. Weight loss F. Bradycardia Correct Answer B; Hyperthyroidism increases the client's metabolism, causing heat intolerance. D; Hyperthyroidism increases the client's metabolism, causing palpitations. E; Hyperthyroidism increases the client's metabolism, causing weight loss. A nurse is providing instructions to a client who has Grave's disease and has a new prescription for propranolol. Which of the following information should the nurse include? A. "An adverse effect of this medication is jaundice." B. "Take your pulse before each dose." C. " The purpose of this medication is to decrease production of thyroid hormone." D. " You should stop taking this medication if you have a sore throat." Correct Answer B; Propranolol can cause bradycardia. The client should take their pulse before each dose. If there is a significant change, they should withhold the dose and consult the provider. A nurse is preparing to receive a client from the PACU who is postop following a thyroidectomy. The nurse should ensure that which of the following equipment is available? (Select all that apply.) A. Suction equipment