NRP511 Advanced Pathophysiology
Week 2 Discussion
Patient Scenario: Review of Thyroid Lab Results
You review lab results with a patient. They are having mild symptoms of fatigue, constipation, and weight gain. The results are:
TSH- 4.8 (0.4-4.0mIU/L)
T4- 6.0 (4.6-12 ug/dl)
Address the following:
What is the possible diagnosis? Would you treat this? Why?
Discuss relevant pathophysiology for this thyroid scenario.What is the most important education you would provide to the patient?
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