⚡ HYPERTHYROIDISM

Question 1

What is hyperthyroidism?

Answer 1

Tagalog: Sobrang aktibo ang thyroid kaya mabilis ang metabolismo ng katawan.

Question 2

What happens to T3/T4 and TSH in hyperthyroidism?

Answer 2

↑ T3 & T4, ↓ TSH
👉 Tagalog: Mataas ang thyroid hormones, mababa ang TSH kasi pinipigilan ng katawan.

Question 3

What are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism?

Answer 3

Weight loss (kahit malakas kumain)

Heat intolerance (ayaw sa mainit)

Tachycardia / palpitations

Anxiety / restlessness

Tremors (panginginig ng kamay)
diarrhea 💩
Bulging eyes (exophthalmos)
👉 Tagalog: Pawisin, mabilis tibok ng puso, hindi mapakali, nanginginig, at lumolobo ang mata.

Question 4

What is the most serious complication of hyperthyroidism?

Answer 4

Thyroid storm (thyrotoxicosis)

Question 5

What meds are given for hyperthyroidism?

Answer 5

Methimazole or PTU (Propylthiouracil) → blocks thyroid hormone production

Beta blockers (Propranolol) → control HR, BP, tremors
👉 Tagalog: Mga gamot para pabagalin ang thyroid at pigilan ang sobrang tibok ng puso.

Question 6

What should be taught after radioactive iodine therapy?

Answer 6

Avoid pregnant women & children for few days

Use separate utensils & linens

Drink lots of fluids to flush out iodine
👉 Tagalog: Ihiwalay muna gamit at iwasan ang buntis kasi may radiation pa sa katawan.

Question 7

Post-op priority?

Answer 7

Monitor airway obstruction

Check for low calcium (tingling/tetany)

Watch voice changes

Question 8

Nursing care tips?

Answer 8

Keep room cool & quiet

Give high-calorie diet

Avoid coffee & stimulants

Monitor HR, BP, temp
👉 Tagalog: Palamigin ang kwarto, bigyan ng masustansyang pagkain, bawal kape, bantayan vital signs.