NR565 Final Exam Study Guide
1) Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism: Thick, coarse, dry Hyporeflexia, "hung up" patella reflex Slow thought process, Weight gain (5-10 lbs./2.25-4.5 kg) Constipation, Menorrhagia, Cold intolerance: Cold all the time Hyperthyroidism (aka graves disease): Smooth, silky Hyperreflexia, Mind racing, Weight loss (10 lbs./4.5 kg) Diarrhea, loose, frequent stools, Oligomenorrhea, Heat intolerance: Hot all the time 2) What adjunctive therapy is good to prescribe to control symptoms of hyperthyroidism other than thyroid specific medications? Know drug classes and examples of those drug classes.
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