Prevalence of Suspected Cases of Hyperthyroidism in Jeddah by Using Wayne's Scoring Index.

Introduction Hyperthyroidism is one of the primary dysfunctional thyroid diseases that results from abnormally high thyroid hormone secretion. It leads to metabolic derangement that manifests as heightened vital functions and metabolism and hyperdynamic blood circulation. Hyperthyroidism jeopardizes one's quality of life and hampers the patient's job performance.

Modesty Among Muslim Women: Implications for Nursing Care.

Modesty is central to Islamic life. Modesty is exemplified in dress and behavior with persons of the opposite sex. Because ethical nursing care requires respecting patient culture and religiosity, nurses should be able to provide care that respects Muslim interpretations of modesty.