Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8e
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Author: Linda Lane Lilley PhD RN, Shelly Rainforth Collins PharmD, Julie S. Snyder MSN RN-BC
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Chapter 31, Problem 5O
Summary Introduction
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The mechanisms of action, indications and dosages, modes of administration, contraindications, cautions, drug interactions, and adverse effects of the various drugs are used to treat hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
Concept introduction:
Hormones are produced in the endocrine glands that are referred to as ductless glands. These endocrine hormones are involved in the regulation mechanism that is produced in one organ and it is transported in the blood to their target organs. The disorders in the production of thyroid hormones are referred to as hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
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