The client is newly diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. The client does not fully understand the disease so which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to the client about Hasmioto’s thyroiditis?
A client has complaints of being tired all the time, weight gain, and that she can’t seem to get warm enough to be comfortable. Which of the following tests would the nurse expect to see ordered to determine a diagnosis for the client? Select all that apply.
A 56-year-old client is seen for an enlarged mass on the front of the neck, and is determined to have a goiter. The nurse knows that potential complications from a simple goiter include which of the following? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a client who has just returned from a thyroidectomy. What would be the most appropriate position for this client?
A 31-year-old client comes to the healthcare center for help with emotional disturbance. The provider diagnoses the client with hypothyroidism. Which of the following psychological conditions is most likely associated with hypothyroidism?
A client is scheduled for a thyroidectomy and the nurse knows that which of the following positions would be expected for surgical positioning?
A nurse is teaching a patient about his new prescription for levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which of the following should the nurse tell the patient about taking this drug correctly? Select all that apply.
The nurse is admitting a client with newly diagnosed hypothyroidism receiving Synthroid. Which of the following items would the nurse expect to be monitored with this client? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a 43-year-old client who has been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. The nurse expects which of the following findings with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? Select all that apply.
The nurse is preparing to give a client their morning medications. Which medication needs to be given first?
