hypothyriodism

Question 1

s/s of hypothyroidism/ myxedema

Answer 1

-no energy
-called cretinism when present at birth(very dangerous, can lead to slowed mental & physical development if undetected
-fatigue
-gi slow
-weight gain
-cold
-speech slow/slurred
-no expression
pt may be totally immobile

Question 2

treatment of hypothyroidism

Answer 2

Levothyroxine(synthroid)
Thyroglobulin(proloid)
liothyonine(cytomel)
MEDS MUST BE TAKEN FOR LIFE
-energy levels should increase
-people w/hypothyroidism tend to have high blood pressure CAD
- u will monitor for changes if its the first dose of med ex.chest pain arrythmias