Pathophysiology Exam 4 Uta 2020 Questions And Answers With Complete Solutions

Hypothroidism labs {Ans: low T3/T4 High TSH}Calcitonin function {Ans: Lowers blood calcium levels by triggering uptake in bones.}Tx hypothyroidism {Ans: administration of thyroid hormones- levothyroxine or synthroid. DOSED IM MICROGRAMS Screening at birth is mandatory. Early detection is critical to prevent mental retardation.}diabetes insipidus etiology {Ans: Two possible 1. Kidneys no longer respond to ADH 2. Brain no longer secretion or lessening of secretions (maybe tumor or edema)}Tx of meningitis {Ans: Spinal tap to diagnose viral or bac - low glucose and bleeding= bac}tonic-clonic seizure {Ans: generalized seizure in which the patient loses consciousness and has jerking movements of paired muscle groups}