HYPOTHYROIDISM VS HYPERTHYROIDISM
DEFINITION
1. What is hypothyroidism?
2. What is hyperthyroidism?
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
1. What are the causes?
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
1. What are the signs and symptoms?
Pharmacology
1. What are the agents used?
2. What are the actions of these medications?
HEALTH EDUCATION
3. Emotional support
1. Medication compliance
2. Lifestyle modification
4. Follow up
NURSING CARE PLAN
1. Vital data
2. Fluid balance
3. Medication as prescribed
4. Nutrition
DIAGNOSTICS
1. Physical examination by doctor
2. Blood tests
3. Imaging
Nursing Diagnoses
1.Constipation
2. Activity intolerance
3. Disturbed thought processes
4. Risk for impaired skin integrity
References
1. Mindomo
2. Brunner & Suddarth"s
3. Medscape