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Hyperthyroidism https://www.mayoclinic.org (Pathophysiology (Loss of…
Hyperthyroidism
https://www.mayoclinic.org
Definition
Over active thyroid gland that produces elevated thyroxine hormone
Symptoms
Arrhythmias and sweating
Weight loss
Tachycardia
Fatigue, muscle weakness
Causes
Plummers disease
Thyroiditis
Graves disease
Diagnostic tests
Rationing Uptake test
Thyroid scan
Thyroid ultrasound
Blood tests
Physical examination
Treatment
Anti-thyroid medication (Methimazole and Propylithiouracil)
Beta blockers
Surgery
Radioactive iodine
Diet therapy
Unsalted nuts
Potatoes
Fresh fruit
Non-ionized salt
Pathophysiology
Loss of normal regulatory control of thyroid hormone secretion
Hyper metabolism result
Altered hypothalamic pituitary secretion
Increase adrenergic receptors
Nutritional deficiency
Hyper metabolism result
Nursing Care
Observe for signs and symptoms of thirst, dry mucous membrane and poor capillary refill
Assess pulse and heart rate
Administer fluids as prescribed