Critical thinking Topic
Six months ago, your 42 year old female patient was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and received appropriate treatment. Her most recent thyroid tests revealed she is now hypothyroid.

1. Describe the lab tests that confirmed the hypothyroidism.

2. Discuss why a patient who was treated for hyperthyroidism subsequently experiences hypothyroidism.

Critical Thinking Topic Rubric

Maximum Points

Earned Points

Provided complete answer to the question in the assignment

15

Justified ideas and responses by using appropriate examples and references from texts, Web sites, and other references.

10

Used APA 6th edition style guidelines consistently and accurately. Used correct spelling and grammar. Submitted on time.

10

Total

35