Patients with hyperthyroidism should be assessed and monitored for an abnormally elevated resting pulse rate,elevated systolic blood pressure,and cardiac symptoms.Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac complication of hyperthyroidism.An example of a nursing action during the nursing assessment phase would be:

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Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac complication of hyperthyroidism.For this reason,the perioperative nurse should confirm whether anticoagulation medication is being taken.Atrial fibrillation can cause blood clots to form from the continuous blood turbulence in the atria.These patients are typically administered anticoagulation therapy.The patient's baseline vital signs should be noted for an abnormally elevated resting pulse rate,elevated systolic blood pressure,and cardiac symptoms,such as palpitations or atrial fibrillation.The patient's cardiac and respiratory rates,muscle strength,elimination patterns,history of weight loss,heat intolerance,and emotional status should all be noted.

Patients with Hyperthyroidism Should Be Assessed and Monitored for an Abnormally