WGU D027 Exam with Questions and Answers|
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What is the normal range for TSH level? - ✔✔The normal range of TSH levels is 0.4 to 4.0
milli-international units per liter. If you're already being treated for a thyroid disorder, the
normal range is 0.5 to 3.0 milli-international units per liter. A value ABOVE the normal range
usually indicates hypothyroidism.
What lab test would we recommend for thyroid? - ✔✔Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPO)
symptoms of hypothyroidism - ✔✔Bradycardia; cold intolerance; lethargy; memory loss; dry
skin; brittle dry hair; decreased appetite; weight gain; constipation; increased serum lipids;
decreased libido; erectile dysfunction
What if a newborn has hypothyroidism? - ✔✔Requires replacement within a few days and
last for 3 years to prevent mental development changes and dwarfism.
What is Hashimoto's disease? - ✔✔An autoimmune cause of hypothyroid. Symptoms include
weight gain and fatigue.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) - ✔✔Tachyarrhythmias, anxiety, insomnia,
rapid flow/speech, hot
GRAVES DISEASE
how to treat grave's disease? - ✔✔Remove or destroy thyroid tissue or suppress with drug
(methimazole or propylthiouracil)
Treat with Iodine-131
Beta blockers also used to suppress release of thyroid hormones and reduce HR.
, What causes vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, and helps with memory and sleep? -
✔✔histamine- 1
What are side effects of antihistamines? - ✔✔sedation (only H-1), dry mucus membranes,
urinary hesitancy, and constipation.
Which medication is given after an MI? - ✔✔Beta blocker is given for 6 months to prevent
another MI
When should medication reconciliation be done? - ✔✔Within 30 days of discharge
Which drug class is used as the first line of treatment for depression? - ✔✔SSRIs because of
the low side effects and effectiveness.
What is the first line of treatment for uncomplicated otitis media in pediatric patient without
comorbidities? - ✔✔Amoxicillin
How do you test for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome? - ✔✔Tilt test
What is Florinef (corticosteroid) used for? - ✔✔Used to treat postural hypotension and
adrenal insufficiency.
What are the side effects of Florinef? - ✔✔Nausea, headache, sleep problems, and mood
changes.
What is the off label use for prazosin/minipress (alpha- 1 blocker)? - ✔✔Sleep aid for
patients diagnosed with PTSD
Latest Update | Verified Answers
What is the normal range for TSH level? - ✔✔The normal range of TSH levels is 0.4 to 4.0
milli-international units per liter. If you're already being treated for a thyroid disorder, the
normal range is 0.5 to 3.0 milli-international units per liter. A value ABOVE the normal range
usually indicates hypothyroidism.
What lab test would we recommend for thyroid? - ✔✔Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPO)
symptoms of hypothyroidism - ✔✔Bradycardia; cold intolerance; lethargy; memory loss; dry
skin; brittle dry hair; decreased appetite; weight gain; constipation; increased serum lipids;
decreased libido; erectile dysfunction
What if a newborn has hypothyroidism? - ✔✔Requires replacement within a few days and
last for 3 years to prevent mental development changes and dwarfism.
What is Hashimoto's disease? - ✔✔An autoimmune cause of hypothyroid. Symptoms include
weight gain and fatigue.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) - ✔✔Tachyarrhythmias, anxiety, insomnia,
rapid flow/speech, hot
GRAVES DISEASE
how to treat grave's disease? - ✔✔Remove or destroy thyroid tissue or suppress with drug
(methimazole or propylthiouracil)
Treat with Iodine-131
Beta blockers also used to suppress release of thyroid hormones and reduce HR.
, What causes vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, and helps with memory and sleep? -
✔✔histamine- 1
What are side effects of antihistamines? - ✔✔sedation (only H-1), dry mucus membranes,
urinary hesitancy, and constipation.
Which medication is given after an MI? - ✔✔Beta blocker is given for 6 months to prevent
another MI
When should medication reconciliation be done? - ✔✔Within 30 days of discharge
Which drug class is used as the first line of treatment for depression? - ✔✔SSRIs because of
the low side effects and effectiveness.
What is the first line of treatment for uncomplicated otitis media in pediatric patient without
comorbidities? - ✔✔Amoxicillin
How do you test for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome? - ✔✔Tilt test
What is Florinef (corticosteroid) used for? - ✔✔Used to treat postural hypotension and
adrenal insufficiency.
What are the side effects of Florinef? - ✔✔Nausea, headache, sleep problems, and mood
changes.
What is the off label use for prazosin/minipress (alpha- 1 blocker)? - ✔✔Sleep aid for
patients diagnosed with PTSD
