Thyroid replacement and antithyroid therapy
NCLEX-RN glossary · Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies
Definition
Pharmacological management of thyroid levels using replacement hormones for hypothyroidism and antithyroid agents for hyperthyroidism.
Thyroid replacement and antithyroid therapy in plain English
It requires diligent monitoring for toxicity; over-replacement can lead to symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as tachycardia and tremors. The tempting mistake is failing to check a pulse before administering thyroid replacement, potentially worsening an occult cardiac arrhythmia.
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