Medical Surgical Nursing

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Medical Management of Hyperthyroidism



  • Radioactive 131I therapy

  • Medications

  • Propylthiouracil and methimazole

  • Sodium or potassium iodine solutions

  • Dexamethasone

  • Beta-blockers

  • Surgery; subtotal thyroidectomy

  • Relapse of disorder is common

  • Disease or treatment may result in hypothyroidism

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