Nur 238 exam 4
Graves Disease Common cause of hyperthyroidism in adolescents.
Goiter Enlargement of the thyroid gland.
Exophthalmos Bulging eyes due to thyroid dysfunction.
Hyperreflexia Exaggerated reflex responses.
Tachycardia Increased heart rate above normal.
TSH Thyroid-stimulating hormone, regulates thyroid function.
T3 and T4 Thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism.
Methimazole Medication that inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis.
Hypothyroidism Condition of insufficient thyroid hormone production.
Congenital Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism detected at birth.
Hashimoto's Disease Autoimmune cause of acquired hypothyroidism.
Prolonged Newborn Jaundice Yellowing of skin due to bilirubin in newborns.
Levothyroxine Synthetic thyroid hormone for hypothyroidism treatment.
Syndrome of Inappropriate Excessive ADH causing water retention.
Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)
, Nur 238 exam 4
Electrolyte Imbalance Disruption in normal serum electrolyte levels.
Fluid Restriction Limiting fluid intake to manage conditions.
Pituitary Hypofunction Decreased production of growth hormone.
Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Condition characterized by inadequate growth hormone.
Bone Age X-ray Imaging to assess skeletal maturity.
Hypoparathyroidism Insufficient parathyroid hormone production.
PTH Parathyroid hormone, regulates calcium levels.
Seizures Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain.
Tetany Muscle spasms due to low calcium levels.
Calcium Monitoring Regular checks of serum calcium levels.
Vitamin D Supplementation Essential for calcium absorption and bone health.
Delayed Growth Growth less than 2 inches per year.
Hyperdefecation Increased frequency of bowel movements.
Emotional Lability Rapid and extreme changes in mood.
Cranial Radiation Radiation therapy affecting the brain.
Graves Disease Common cause of hyperthyroidism in adolescents.
Goiter Enlargement of the thyroid gland.
Exophthalmos Bulging eyes due to thyroid dysfunction.
Hyperreflexia Exaggerated reflex responses.
Tachycardia Increased heart rate above normal.
TSH Thyroid-stimulating hormone, regulates thyroid function.
T3 and T4 Thyroid hormones that regulate metabolism.
Methimazole Medication that inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis.
Hypothyroidism Condition of insufficient thyroid hormone production.
Congenital Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism detected at birth.
Hashimoto's Disease Autoimmune cause of acquired hypothyroidism.
Prolonged Newborn Jaundice Yellowing of skin due to bilirubin in newborns.
Levothyroxine Synthetic thyroid hormone for hypothyroidism treatment.
Syndrome of Inappropriate Excessive ADH causing water retention.
Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)
, Nur 238 exam 4
Electrolyte Imbalance Disruption in normal serum electrolyte levels.
Fluid Restriction Limiting fluid intake to manage conditions.
Pituitary Hypofunction Decreased production of growth hormone.
Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) Condition characterized by inadequate growth hormone.
Bone Age X-ray Imaging to assess skeletal maturity.
Hypoparathyroidism Insufficient parathyroid hormone production.
PTH Parathyroid hormone, regulates calcium levels.
Seizures Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain.
Tetany Muscle spasms due to low calcium levels.
Calcium Monitoring Regular checks of serum calcium levels.
Vitamin D Supplementation Essential for calcium absorption and bone health.
Delayed Growth Growth less than 2 inches per year.
Hyperdefecation Increased frequency of bowel movements.
Emotional Lability Rapid and extreme changes in mood.
Cranial Radiation Radiation therapy affecting the brain.
