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Myxoeodema (hypothyroidism) - Coggle Diagram
Myxoeodema (hypothyroidism)
Definition
Severly hypothyroidism
Deficiency in thyroid hormone
Describe skin change like swelling of your face, feet etc
Diagnostic studies
Blood tests (FBC, electrolyte, sugar, thyroid hormone)
ECG
Blood gases to check O2 and CO2 levels
Pathophysiology
Occur as a result of undiagnosed hypothyroidism
Reduce metabolic rate& decrease oxygen consumption
Result from any cause of hyothyroidism
Nursing care plan
Advice regarding skin care
Administer medication as prescribed
Educate patient,family regarding compliances with medication
Signs ans symptoms
Low systolic and high diastolic blood pressure
Low heart rate
Goiter
Weight gain
Oedema if the whole bids
Constipation
Seizures
Treatment and management
Administer thyroid hormone replacement
Antibiotics
Oxygen Therapy
Causes
Certain medication such as lithium or amlodarone
Iodine deficiency or an excess
Radiation therapy for cancer