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Thyroid Related Emergencies - Coggle Diagram
Thyroid Related Emergencies
Function of Thyroid Gland is to regulate metabolism, growth and development
Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism:
Deficient Thyroid secretions
lethargy, hairloss
apathy, swollen undereyes
cold intolerance, delayed tooth eruption, underweight
Nervousness, sweating, heat intolerance
Excess Thyroid hormones in blood
Myxedema Coma
Body unable to compensate for thyroid deficencies Goal is to normalize Pt body temp
Thyroid Storm: Extreme hyperthyroid state
P: Maintain Pt comfort ABC: Airway, O2, monitor vitals D:EMS to admin IV fluids
Signs of Recovery: Pt is helped to recover in hospital and with medication
Signs of Deterioration: Pt can die
Adrenal Crisis
Causes
No cortisol available for Pt in stressful situation
Undiagnosed adrenal insufficiency/need for cortisol for carb and protein metabolism
Signs/Symptoms: weakness, headache, fatigue, cyanosis, confusion, fever, tachycardia, diaphoresis, dyspnea, dehydration