Thyroid

Question 1

causes of hypothyroidism

Answer 1

Hashimoto’s
iodine deficiency
lithium therapy

Question 2

sx of hypothyroidism

Answer 2

d/t decreased T3; increased TSH in blood

depression
fatigue
weight gain
constipation

Question 3

levothyroxine mechanism of action

Answer 3

synthetic T4 to be converted to T3 by body; stimulates metabolism, heart, growth, and development

Question 4

adverse effects of levothyroxine

Answer 4

insomnia
anxiety
weight loss
increased BP, HR
diaphoresis

Question 5

changing brands for hypothyroidism

Answer 5

different binding agent does impact efficacy of medication w/each individual