Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism NCLEX Quiz, Mod3 ATI Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Fill in the blank regarding the negative feedback loop for thyroid hormone production: The ______________ produces TRH (Thyrotropin-Releasing Hormone) which causes the anterior pituitary gland to produce _______________ which in turn causes the thyroid gland to release _______ and _______. Correct Answer Hypothalamus, TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), T3 and T4 A patient reports they do not eat enough iodine in their diet. What condition are they most susceptible to? Correct Answer Hypothyroidism... Iodine helps make T3 and T4....if a person does not consume enough iodine they are at risk for developing HYPOTHYROIDISM. A patient has an extremely high T3 and T4 level. Which of the following signs and symptoms DO NOT present with this condition?* Correct Answer Hair loss A patient is being discharged home for treatment of hypothyroidism. Which medication is most commonly prescribed for this condition?* A. Tapazole B. PTU (Propylthiouracil) C. Synthroid D. Inderal Correct Answer Synthroid is the only medication listed that treats hypothyroidism. All the other medications are used for hyperthyroidism. You are performing discharge teaching with a patient who is going home on Synthroid. Which statement by the patient causes you to re-educate the patient about this medication?* A. "I will take this medication at bedtime with a snack." B. "I will never stop taking the medication abruptly." C. "If I have palpitations, chest pain, intolerance to heat, or feel restless, I will notify the doctor." D. "I will not take this medication at the same time I take my Carafate." Correct Answer Synthroid is best taken in the MORNING on an empty stomach. All the other statements are correct about taking Synthroid. The thyroid hormones, T3 and T4, play many roles in the human body. Which of the following functions are performed by T3 and T4? Note: Select all that apply* A. Storing calories B. Increasing the Heart Rate C. Stimulating the Sympathetic Nervous System D. Decreasing the body's temperature