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What is necessary if angina or arrhythmias occur during thyroid hormone administration?
What is necessary if angina or arrhythmias occur during thyroid hormone administration?
What is recommended for passive rewarming in hypothyroidism?
What is recommended for passive rewarming in hypothyroidism?
What is essential to monitor in severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma?
What is essential to monitor in severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma?
What should be exercised when administering fluids to hypothyroid patients?
What should be exercised when administering fluids to hypothyroid patients?
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Which group requires individualized and cautious thyroid hormone replacement due to potential cardiovascular side effects?
Which group requires individualized and cautious thyroid hormone replacement due to potential cardiovascular side effects?
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What is common among older women in terms of hypothyroidism?
What is common among older women in terms of hypothyroidism?
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What is prolonged in hypothyroidism?
What is prolonged in hypothyroidism?
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What may be necessary for managing hypothyroidism at home?
What may be necessary for managing hypothyroidism at home?
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What is common among older women in terms of hypothyroidism?
What is common among older women in terms of hypothyroidism?
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What is crucial for managing hypothyroidism at home?
What is crucial for managing hypothyroidism at home?
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What should be given with extreme caution in hypothyroidism due to altered metabolism and excretion?
What should be given with extreme caution in hypothyroidism due to altered metabolism and excretion?
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What is necessary for effective management of severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma?
What is necessary for effective management of severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma?
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What are the objectives in the management of hypothyroidism?
What are the objectives in the management of hypothyroidism?
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Why can angina or arrhythmias occur when thyroid replacement is initiated?
Why can angina or arrhythmias occur when thyroid replacement is initiated?
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What occurs when the oxygen needs of the myocardium exceed its blood supply?
What occurs when the oxygen needs of the myocardium exceed its blood supply?
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Why is it important to aggressively treat acute coronary syndrome in hypothyroidism?
Why is it important to aggressively treat acute coronary syndrome in hypothyroidism?
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What must the nurse monitor for in patients with severe, long-standing hypothyroidism?
What must the nurse monitor for in patients with severe, long-standing hypothyroidism?
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What effect does thyroid hormone replacement have on the oxygen demand of the myocardium?
What effect does thyroid hormone replacement have on the oxygen demand of the myocardium?
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What does the occurrence of angina and acute coronary syndrome indicate?
What does the occurrence of angina and acute coronary syndrome indicate?
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Why is it important to prevent disease progression and complications in hypothyroidism management?
Why is it important to prevent disease progression and complications in hypothyroidism management?
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What is the effect of thyroid hormones on the cardiovascular effects of catecholamines?
What is the effect of thyroid hormones on the cardiovascular effects of catecholamines?
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What is the nurse's role in the management of hypothyroidism?
What is the nurse's role in the management of hypothyroidism?
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What is the effect of thyroid hormone replacement on the oxygen delivery to the myocardium?
What is the effect of thyroid hormone replacement on the oxygen delivery to the myocardium?
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Why is it important to restore a normal metabolic state in hypothyroidism management?
Why is it important to restore a normal metabolic state in hypothyroidism management?
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Study Notes
Nursing Management of Hypothyroidism and Myxedema
- Discontinuation of thyroid hormone administration is necessary if angina or arrhythmias occur
- Severe hypothyroidism and myxedema coma require prompt, aggressive management
- Monitoring of arterial blood gases and oxygen saturation levels is essential
- Caution should be exercised when administering fluids to avoid water intoxication
- Passive rewarming with a blanket is recommended over active rewarming
- Effects of analgesic, sedative, and anesthetic agents are prolonged in hypothyroidism
- Medications should be given with extreme caution due to altered metabolism and excretion
- Patient and family education is crucial for managing hypothyroidism at home
- Referral for home, community-based, or transitional care may be necessary
- Prevalence of hypothyroidism increases with age, especially among women
- Subclinical disease is common among older women and can be asymptomatic
- Older patients require individualized and cautious thyroid hormone replacement due to potential cardiovascular side effects
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Test your knowledge of the nursing management of hypothyroidism and myxedema with this quiz. Explore essential aspects such as monitoring, medication administration, patient education, and special considerations for older patients.
