20 Questions
What is the drug of choice for treating hyperthyroidism?
Methimazole
What is a contraindication for administering Levothyroxine?
Significant heart history
When should Levothyroxine be taken to ensure proper absorption?
Mid-morning on an empty stomach
What signs should a patient report as potential signs of hyperthyroidism while taking Levothyroxine?
Hypertension, increased heart rate
What is the potential complication of surgery for hyperthyroidism?
Swelling in the airway
What is the most common treatment for hyperthyroidism?
Radioactive iodine 131
What do nurses need to have at the bedside after thyroid surgery to address potential complications?
Emergency tracheostomy kit
Why is radioactive iodine 131 not given to pregnant women?
It is category X and could harm the fetus
What measures are used to protect nurses from exposure to radioactive iodine 131 when caring for patients?
Time/distance/shielding
What is the role of lugol solution in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
To bridge patients to surgery
What is the main reason that people with a significant heart history should not receive levothyroxine?
It can worsen heart conditions
What vital sign should be checked before administering levothyroxine?
Heart rate
Why is it important to take levothyroxine on an empty stomach?
To ensure proper absorption
What signs should the patient report as potential signs of hyperthyroidism while taking levothyroxine?
Hypertension, seizures, weight loss
What is the potential complication of surgery for hyperthyroidism?
Respiratory distress due to airway swelling
Why is Levothyroxine administered after thyroid surgery?
To maintain normal thyroid hormone levels
What is the role of lugol solution in the treatment of hyperthyroidism?
To bridge the patient to surgery
What is the category X contraindication for administering radioactive iodine 131?
Pregnant women
How do nurses protect themselves from exposure to radioactive iodine 131 when caring for patients?
Limiting total time spent in the patient's room
What common symptom do elderly patients use to describe dysrhythmias related to hyperthyroidism?
"Palpitations in my chest"
Test your knowledge about the use of levothyroxine in the context of Graves disease and hyperthyroidism. Learn about contradictions and pre-administration checks for this drug.
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