Nursing Interventions
A. Frequent Monitoring: Vital signs, cardiac rhythms, neurological status, and urine output should be continuously assessed.
B. ECG Monitoring: Continuous cardiac monitoring is essential to identify and manage dysrhythmias promptly.
C. Seizure Precautions: Safety measures should be implemented to prevent seizure injury.
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Correct Answer is B
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<p>Skipping doses can disrupt the effectiveness of medication therapy and worsen the client's condition.</p>
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<p>Excessive thyroid hormone levels in thyroid storm lead to hypermetabolism, which results in increased oxygen consumption, heat production, and energy expenditure. This hypermetabolic state is associated with symptoms such as tachycardia, hypertension, fever, and profuse sweating.</p>
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<p>Bacterial infections are not a common trigger for thyroid storm.</p>
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<p>Decreased respiratory rate is not a typical manifestation of thyroid storm, as clients often experience rapid breathing due to the hypermetabolic state.</p>
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<p>Measuring thyroid hormone levels, specifically triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), is an essential diagnostic evaluation for thyroid storm. Elevated levels of these hormones indicate excessive thyroid hormone production and are indicative of thyroid storm.</p>
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<p>The thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb) test is used to detect the presence of antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme involved in thyroid hormone production. Elevated TPOAb levels indicate autoimmune thyroid conditions, which can contribute to thyroid storm.</p>
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<p>Thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb) test detects the presence of thyroid autoantibodies and is used to diagnose autoimmune thyroid conditions.</p>
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<p>Potassium iodide is administered to block the release of thyroid hormones and manage thyroid storm. It helps restore normal heart rhythm and reduce cardiac manifestations.</p>
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<p>Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) is used to bind excess thyroid hormones and temporarily reduce their release. It is part of the medical management of thyroid storm to manage severe hyperthyroidism.</p>
<p>Liothyronine (Cytomel) is a thyroid hormone replacement medication and is contraindicated in the treatment of thyroid storm, as it would worsen the hyperthyroid state.</p>
<p>Digoxin (Lanoxin) is used to treat heart failure and is not typically used to manage symptoms in thyroid storm.</p>
<p>Hypocalcemia is not a typical electrolyte imbalance in thyroid storm.</p>
<p>Minimizing external stimuli and noise helps reduce stress and anxiety for the client with thyroid storm and promotes a calm and safe environment.</p>
<p>Oxygen saturation is important for assessing respiratory status but may not directly reflect thyroid storm severity or treatment response.</p>
<p>Encouraging physical activity is contraindicated in thyroid storm, as it can exacerbate symptoms and increase the risk of complications.</p>
<p>Administering intravenous potassium supplements is not a standard intervention for thyroid storm. Electrolyte imbalances may occur, but potassium replacement should be based on laboratory values.</p>
<p>Administering sedatives can mask the client's true condition and may not be appropriate for a client in thyroid storm.</p>
<p>Encouraging warm baths is contraindicated in thyroid storm, as it can exacerbate hyperthermia. Cold measures are preferred.</p>
<p>Encouraging high-sodium foods is not a priority intervention in thyroid storm and may exacerbate fluid and electrolyte imbalances.</p>
<p>This choice is correct. Notifying the healthcare provider about palpitations or rapid heartbeat is important to address potential worsening of hyperthyroidism and prevent thyroid storm.</p>
<p>After radioactive iodine therapy, it may take several weeks for thyroid hormone levels to normalize. Continuing antithyroid medication during this period helps prevent exacerbation of hyperthyroidism and potential thyroid storm.</p>
<p>This choice is correct. Reporting signs of infection or illness is important to ensure timely medical attention and prevent potential exacerbation of hyperthyroidism or thyroid storm.</p>
<p>Increasing intake of iodized salt can exacerbate hyperthyroidism and increase the risk of thyroid storm. Clients with hyperthyroidism are often advised to reduce iodine intake.</p>
<p>This choice is correct. While seafood is a source of iodine, consuming excessive amounts can exacerbate hyperthyroidism and increase the risk of thyroid storm. Moderate iodine intake is recommended.</p>
<p>This choice is incorrect. Weight loss, rather than weight gain, is a characteristic feature of hyperthyroidism, including thyroid storm.</p>
<p>This choice is incorrect. Muscle weakness is a symptom of hyperthyroidism but is not an immediate concern that requires urgent intervention.</p>
<p>This choice is incorrect. Calcium gluconate may be administered to address the potential risk of hypocalcemia associated with thyroid storm, but it is not typically administered as a first-line priority medication.</p>
<p>This choice is incorrect. Stress reduction helps manage hyperthyroidism and prevent thyroid storm but does not necessarily "normalize" thyroid hormone levels.</p>
<p>Thyroid storm is characterized by an increased metabolic rate, leading to hyperglycemia. The increased metabolic demand and stress response can result in elevated blood glucose levels.<br />
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<p>This choice is incorrect. Decreased appetite is not a priority assessment finding in thyroid storm. More significant symptoms such as agitation and tachycardia take precedence.</p>
<p>Administering beta-blockers is a priority intervention in thyroid storm to reduce heart rate and control sympathetic nervous system effects. Thyroid storm is characterized by severe tachycardia and increased sympathetic activity.</p>
<p>Diarrhea, not constipation, is a common gastrointestinal symptom associated with thyroid storm. Increased metabolic rate in thyroid storm can lead to diarrhea.</p>
<p>Exophthalmos (protruding eyeballs) is a characteristic finding in thyroid storm due to increased sympathetic activity and inflammation of the orbital tissues.</p>
<p>This choice is incorrect. Normal TSH levels would not be seen in thyroid storm, as TSH would be suppressed due to elevated thyroid hormone levels.</p>
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