Hashimoto disease

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
Poor memory and concentration
Poor hearing
Hoarse voice
Bradycardia
Pericardial effusion
Cool extremeties
Poor appetite
SOB, pleural effusion
Paresthesia
Myxedema
Constipation
Ascites
Menorrhagia
Fluid retention
High cholesterol
Brittle, dry hair
Dry skin
Stiff and tender joints

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	Created by Tafe Teachers SB over 5 years ago