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4 Thyroid Disorders and Nursing Care Online Quiz Questions

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20 questions
01
Written response
1 point

What symptom term describes difficulty tolerating low temperatures, a common finding in hypothyroidism?

02
Choose one
1 point

A patient with hyperthyroidism has a rapid heart rate and tremor while awaiting the effect of other treatment. Which prescribed medication class may help control these symptoms?

  1. A

    Thyroid hormone replacement

  2. B

    A beta blocker

  3. C

    A medication that cures every cause of hyperthyroidism without further treatment

  4. D

    A medication used to increase the heart rate

03
Choose one
1 point

A patient with primary hypothyroidism has a levothyroxine dose change. Which follow-up approach is supported by the care plan?

  1. A

    TSH should commonly guide dose adjustment, with reassessment after a dose change.

  2. B

    A single symptom report is sufficient to determine the dose.

  3. C

    The dose should be changed whenever the patient feels tired, without consultation.

  4. D

    Thyroid-function testing is unnecessary once treatment begins.

04
Choose all
1 point

Which findings are common in hyperthyroidism? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Heat intolerance

  2. B

    Cold intolerance

  3. C

    Frequent bowel movements

  4. D

    Weight loss despite normal or increased appetite

  5. E

    Slowed heart rate

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: When thyroid storm is suspected, treatment should wait until a particular thyroid-hormone level confirms the diagnosis.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Choose one
1 point

Which instruction best supports safe use of levothyroxine?

  1. A

    Take it with breakfast and take calcium or iron at the same time.

  2. B

    Take it consistently as prescribed on an empty stomach and follow instructions for separating calcium and iron.

  3. C

    Stop it when symptoms improve.

  4. D

    Change the dose without consulting the prescriber if fatigue continues.

07
Choose all
1 point

A patient with severe hypothyroidism is being assessed for possible myxedema coma. Which findings support this concern? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Hypothermia

  2. B

    High fever with marked tachycardia

  3. C

    Reduced consciousness

  4. D

    Hypoventilation

  5. E

    Increased appetite with weight loss

08
True or false
1 point

True or false: If a patient with hypothyroidism becomes increasingly drowsy after an infection and develops low temperature and slow, shallow respirations, the priority is to give the routine oral thyroid dose before seeking emergency help.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

09
Open ended
1 point

Explain why thyroid-function test results should be interpreted alongside the clinical presentation, including how pituitary or hypothalamic disease can affect interpretation.

10
Choose one
1 point

A patient being monitored for hyperthyroidism develops a new dysrhythmia. What is the most appropriate nursing response?

  1. A

    Report the new dysrhythmia promptly.

  2. B

    Wait until the next routine follow-up because rhythm changes are expected.

  3. C

    Encourage activity to reduce the rapid heart rate.

  4. D

    Stop prescribed antithyroid medication without contacting the care team.

11
Choose one
1 point

A patient with hypothyroidism reports constipation. Which nursing action may help address this symptom when appropriate for the patient?

  1. A

    Restrict fluids and fiber to reduce bowel activity.

  2. B

    Encourage fluids and fiber if appropriate.

  3. C

    Recommend stopping thyroid medication until bowel function improves.

  4. D

    Use aggressive warming to stimulate bowel function.

12
Choose one
1 point

A patient taking levothyroxine usually takes it with breakfast and an iron supplement. Which teaching best supports reliable absorption and safe use?

  1. A

    Take it consistently on an empty stomach, wait 30–60 minutes before eating, and follow instructions for separating calcium and iron.

  2. B

    Take it with breakfast and calcium so the dose is easier to remember.

  3. C

    Take it only when hypothyroid symptoms become noticeable.

  4. D

    Stop taking it if improvement is not immediate.

13
Choose one
1 point

A hospitalized patient with hyperthyroidism is anxious and heat-intolerant. Which environmental plan is most appropriate?

  1. A

    Provide a warm, stimulating environment and encourage continuous activity.

  2. B

    Limit rest periods to help reduce anxiety.

  3. C

    Promote a calm, cool environment and allow rest periods.

  4. D

    Discourage fluids to reduce frequent bowel movements.

14
Written response
1 point

Which medication class may be prescribed to control tremor and a rapid heart rate while other treatment for hyperthyroidism takes effect?

15
Choose one
1 point

A patient has elevated TSH and low free T4. Which interpretation best fits this pattern when the cause is primary thyroid disease?

  1. A

    The pattern is consistent with primary hypothyroidism.

  2. B

    The pattern is consistent with primary hyperthyroidism.

  3. C

    The results rule out a thyroid disorder.

  4. D

    The pattern is typical of primary hyperthyroidism because both values are low.

16
True or false
1 point

True or false: When thyroid storm is suspected, treatment should wait until a particular thyroid-hormone level is confirmed.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

17
Written response
1 point

In myxedema coma, what type of warming may be used as directed instead of aggressive peripheral rewarming?

18
Written response
1 point

A patient develops hypothyroidism without a history of thyroid surgery or radioiodine treatment. Which autoimmune thyroid condition is a common cause? Enter the condition name.

19
Fill in the blank
1 point

When preparing prescribed medication for thyroid storm, administer the thionamide before to reduce thyroid-hormone release.

20
Fill in the blank
1 point

For a patient with suspected myxedema coma, give prescribed before IV thyroid hormone until coexisting adrenal insufficiency has been assessed or excluded.