assessment for hypothyroidism Flashcards
1
Q
history assessment questions for hypothyroidism
A
symptoms related to decreased metabolism
sleeping 14-16hrs daily
constipation
cold intolerance
2
Q
late signs of hypothyroidism
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increased BP
bradycardia
weight gain
decreased LOC
thickened skin
cardiac complications
subnormal temp
3
Q
symptoms of hypothyroidism not mentioned
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hair loss
apathy
lethargy
dry skin
muscle aches and weakness
receding hairline
facial and eyelid edema
dull-blank expression
extreme fatigue
thick tongue- slow speech
anorexia
brittle nails and hair
menstrual disturbances
4
Q
a patient with hypothyroidism may present with difficulty in ________ during a psychosocial assessment
A
difficulty is psychosocial functioning
