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Mr. Wonderful

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A child is receiving propylthiouracil for the treatment of hyperthyroidism (Graves disease). The parents and child should be taught to recognize and report which sign or symptom immediately?
 
  a. Fatigue
  b. Weight loss
  c. Fever, sore throat
  d. Upper respiratory tract infection

Question 2

What is a common clinical manifestation of juvenile hypothyroidism?
 
  a. Insomnia
  b. Diarrhea
  c. Dry skin
  d. Rapid growth


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Children being treated with propylthiouracil must be carefully monitored for the side effects of the drug. Parents must be alerted that sore throat and fever accompany the grave complication of leukopenia. These symptoms should be immediately reported. Fatigue and weight loss are manifestations of hyperthyroidism. Their presence may indicate that the drug is not effective but does not require immediate evaluation. Upper respiratory tract infections are most likely viral in origin and not a sign of leukopenia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Dry skin, mental decline, and myxedematous skin changes are associated with juvenile hypothyroidism. Children with hypothyroidism often have sleepiness, constipation, and decelerated growth.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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