Hyperthyroidism is like having your body’s gas pedal jammed to the floor—and when it escalates into a thyroid storm, it can become a life-threatening emergency in minutes. In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor, DNP, CPNP, CCRN, breaks down the pathophysiology of hyperthyroidism, how it differs from hypothyroidism, and the critical steps nurses must take when a client tips into thyroid storm.
Through a real-life rapid response case, Morgan shows how early recognition, swift intervention, and the right medications can quickly stabilize a clientin crisis. You’ll learn to spot the telltale signs, understand the “why” behind each symptom, and remember the high-yield treatments that save lives.
Topics discussed in this episode:
The role of T3 and T4 as the body’s “metabolic gas pedal”
Classic signs of hyperthyroidism, including tachycardia, hypertension, weight loss, and exophthalmos
What happens during a thyroid storm and why it’s life-threatening
A real case about a post-thyroidectomy client with rapid-onset thyroid storm
Priority interventions: medications of choice and supportive care
Breaking down a high-yield NCLEX test question on thyroid storm
This high-yield episode will help you recognize and respond to one of the most dangerous complications in endocrine nursing. Whether you’re studying for the NCLEX or refining your clinical skills, you’ll walk away confident in spotting—and stopping—a thyroid storm.
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