Module summary:
Hypothyroidism affects up to 2% of the UK population with many cases remaining undiagnosed. It can have a significant impact on the quality of life in those affected by it unless adequately treated and corrected, and practice nurses need to have a good working knowledge of its symptoms and management.
GP Dr Roger Henderson advises on what practice nurses need to consider when reviewing patients with either suspected or established hypothyroidism
Learning objectives:
By the end of this module, you will have a greater understanding of:
- The causes of different types of hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism signs and symptoms and how to investigate possible hypothyroidism
- Possible differential diagnoses
- How to treat confirmed hypothyroidism including dosage adjustment schedules
- The prognosis for patients with hypothyroidism
Author: Dr Roger Henderson is a senior GP based in Scotland
Module published: 27.03.24
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