neurocognitive disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Hyperthyroidism is characterized by:
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psychiatric symptoms:
impairments in memory, orientation, and judgment;
manic excitement; delusions; and hallucinations.
confusion; anxiety; agitated, depressive, easily fatigued
Insomnia, weight loss, tremulousness, palpitations,
2
Q
hypothyroidism “myxedema madness.”
characterized by :
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paranoia, depression, hypomania, and hallucinations. Slowed thinking and delirium
physical symptoms
weight gain, deep voice, thin and dry hair, loss of
the lateral eyebrow, facial puffiness, cold intolerance, and impaired hearing.