Question

Compare and contrast the care of a client with hyperthyroidism (Grave’s disease). Ember is an 11-year-old girl who recently developed restlessness and tremors after a viral illness. Anna is a 31-year-old woman who reports weight loss, restlessness, and increased perspiration. Karen is a 67-year-old woman with recent visual changes, new-onset atrial fibrillation, and weakness. Please include assessments (including diagnostic testing), care measures (including medications), and teaching needed for each client.

Answer 1

Answer: When the thyroid hormone level increase in the body, this condition is known as hyperthyroidism. The hyperthyroidism influences the emotional behaviour as well as physical growth and development.

The treatment of the hyperthyroidism includes the surgery which is also known as thyroidectomy. The another treatment includes the radioactive iodine. The change in the lifestyle can improve the thyroid conditions. Avoiding alcohol consumption, caffeine can reduce the risk. Patient having Grave's disease should avoid consuming alcohol and smoking.

Patient education should includes:

• Avoid smoking
• Avoid consuming caffeine.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol
• Avoid too much intake of iodine.
• Eat healthy food.
• Avoid stress.