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# Hyperthyroidism The document describes the characteristics of hyperthyroidism, a condition related to the thyroid gland. ## Thyroid Gland - The thyroid hormones include T3 and T4, calcitonin. - TSH controls the release of thyroid hormones. - Calcitonin is released when plasma calcium levels are...

# Hyperthyroidism The document describes the characteristics of hyperthyroidism, a condition related to the thyroid gland. ## Thyroid Gland - The thyroid hormones include T3 and T4, calcitonin. - TSH controls the release of thyroid hormones. - Calcitonin is released when plasma calcium levels are high, increasing calcium deposits in the bone. - Iodine is essential for thyroid hormones. ## Hyperthyroidism Diagnostics - Decreased TSH - Elevated T3 and T4 - Elevated T3 resin uptake - Elevated thyroid antibodies - Elevated serum thyroglobulin - Radioactive iodine uptake - Fine needle biopsy - Thyroid scan ## Hyperthyroidism Symptoms (SHE GETS HOT) **Physical Symptoms:** - Soft skin - Hypertension - Exophthalmos (abnormally protruding eyes) - GI loss (diarrhea) - Enlarged thyroid glands - Increased body temperature - Shakiness - High basal metabolic rate (BMR) - Excessive sweating (diaphoresis) - Thinness (weight loss) **Clinical Manifestations:** - Nervousness - Rapid pulse - Heat intolerance - Tremors - Flushed skin, warm and moist - Exophthalmos (bulging eyes) **Other Symptoms:** - Increased appetite - Weight loss - Elevated systolic blood pressure (BP) - Cardiac dysrhythmias ## Nursing Implications - Take medications 30 minutes before meals to decrease absorption. **Note**: The document focuses on the symptoms and diagnostic indicators of this condition. It does not provide a comprehensive treatment plan.