Hypothyroidism

Question 1

What are the signs/symptoms of Hypothyroidism?

Answer 1

Low HR, BP, metabolism, libido
Cold intolerance
Hair Loss
Thinning of the hair on the eyebrows
Constipation
Weight gain
Amenorrhea
Edema
Depression

Question 2

What is the treatment for Hypothyroidism?

Answer 2

Take lifelong hormone replacement therapy levothyroxine (Synthroid)

Question 3

What kind of diet should a patient with Hypothyroidism be on?

Answer 3

High fiber
Low calorie and cholesterol
Encourage fluids

Question 4

what is myxedema?

Answer 4

A life-threatening MED EMER condition triggered by poorly managed hypothyroidism or stress

Question 5

What are the signs/symptoms of myxedema?

Answer 5

Extreme hypothyroidism
Resp Failure
Hypotension
Hypothermia
Hypoglycemia
Hyponatermia
Bradycardia, dysrhythmia
Coma

Question 6

What are the nursing actions for myxedema?

Answer 6

IV bolus levothyroxine
Maintain patent airway
Continuous ECG monitoring