Anatomy and Physiology
Gland that secretes TSH
What is the pituitary gland
T3, T4, and TSH
What is a thyroid panel
Enlargement of the thyroid
What is a goiter
Primary form of treatment for hypothyroidism
What is levothyroxine
Lethargic, depressed, decreased LOC
What is "brain fog"
Gland that releases the Thyroid Releasing Hormone
What is the Hypothalamus
Decreased thyroid hormones T3 and T4 but increased TSH
What is the diagnosis for hypothyroid
Can cause myxedma coma
What is suddenly stopping treatment
Thyroid suppressing medications
What is dilantin and beta blockers
Notable swelling of eyes and tongue
What is anasarca
The pathway of hormones for the thyroid
What is the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland to the thyroid to the body
Secondary disorder/ pituitary disorder for hypothyroidism
What is decreased T3, T4 and decreased TSH
Fluid retention complications related to hypothyroidism
What is pleural effusions and pericardial effusions
Medication that is an iodine blocker
What is Lithium
Can cause thick tongue, hoarse voice
What is non-pitting edema
The active form of thyroid hormone
What is T3?
Diagnostic test all newborns undergo shortly after birth
What is a heelstick
Complication most common in elderly, possibly hidden by sepsis
What is myxedema coma
Given 6-8 weeks with isolation and is unsafe for pregnant patients and can cause hypothyroidism
What is radioactive iodine therapy
Decreased body temperature, bradycardia, decreased level of consciousness, thickened skin
What are late signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism
The center structure of the thyroid
What is the Isthmus
Presence of T4 antibody
What is diagnosis for Hashimotos disease
Can cause dwarfism and mental retardation
What is congenital hypothyroidism
Treatment for goiter
What is needle aspiration
How hypothyroidism affects menstruation
What is prolonged menstruation