Autoimmune disease where the
immune system attacks the thyroid
gland causing a decrease in thyroxine
production.
Enlarged thyroid gland
Nodules in the thyroid gland
Tracheal compression
Fatigue
Weight gain
Intolerance to cool temperatures
Muscle pain
Monitor energy levels and mental
awareness, monitor respiratory symptoms,
change positions regularly to avoid pressure
injuries, monitor temperature as they can
get too cold, assess thyroid gland in terms
of firmness and tenderness, patient
education