Tag: Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism (CH) is inadequate thyroid hormone production in newborn infants.
Turner Syndrome
Turner syndrome is caused by the absence of one set of genes from the short arm of one X chromosome.
Thyroid Agents
The thyroid gland uses iodine to produce thyroid hormones that regulate body metabolism. Thyroid agents either replace or remove hormones to prevent deficiency and excess. Thyroid agents include thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH)and antithyroid drugs (further classified as thioamides and iodine solution).
Pediatric Nursing: Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Practice Quiz (15 Questions)
Typical growth and development during infancy into childhood and adolescence entails the action of various hormones, determined by an individual child’s genetic make-up and their environment. This 15-item NCLEX style questionnaire will test your understanding regarding the endocrine disorders in Pediatric Nursing.
3 Hypothyroidism Nursing Care Plans
Here are three (3) nursing care plans (NCP) for hypothyroidism (myxedema, cretinism):
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism results from suboptimal levels of thyroid hormone.
Respiratory and Endocrine Disorders in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is both a wonderful and dangerous thing to undergo. Our body sometimes acts in whimsical ways, so as nurses, we should be there to guide and educate our clients accordingly during their journey throughout pregnancy.
NCLEX Practice Exam 5 (45 Items)
This is a 45-item NCLEX examination that includes various questions and topics. Heighten your critical thinking skills with this exam!
NURSING SCHOOL SURVIVAL KIT
Nursing Theories and Theorists
In this guide for nursing theories, we aim to help you understand what comprises a nursing theory and its importance, purpose, history, types or classifications, and give you an overview through summaries of selected nursing theories.
