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HYPOTHYROIDISM - Coggle Diagram

- - - - TSH is greater than 4.5 mIU/L
      - T4 levels normal
      - affects up to 10% of women over 60
    - - critically ill patients
      - low T3, T4, and TSH levels
- - - - start with low dose
      - monitor for chest pain, weight loss, nervousness, tremors, insomnia
      - increase dose in 4-6 weeks intervals as needed based on TSH levels
      - lifelong therapy
- - - - impaired consciousness
      - subnormal temperature, hypotension, hypoventilation
      - cardiovascular collapse
- - - - Regular follow-up care
      - Do not switch brands
      - medications interactions
      - comfortable, warm environment
      - measures to prevent skin breakdown
      - avoid sedatives or use lowest dose possible
      - measures to minimize constipation
      - relapses occur if treatment is interrupted