ATI Chapter 80 Review: Advanced Med-Surg – Hypothyroidism & Myxedema Crisis

In this Advanced Med-Surg review, we break down hypothyroidism, including primary, secondary, and tertiary causes, expected clinical findings, and key laboratory changes in T3, T4, and TSH. This episode highlights priority nursing assessments, thyroid hormone replacement therapy with levothyroxine, and patient education for safe lifelong management. We also review myxedema coma, a life-threatening complication requiring rapid recognition and critical care intervention. This focused review prepares nursing students to identify hypothyroidism early, prevent complications, and apply safe, evidence-based care.Source:All information in this podcast is based on ATI Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing, Chapter 80.