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Question:

The incoming nurse received the day’s endorsement for her assigned clients. One particular client needs to be monitored for signs of thyroid storm. Which of the following are considered signs of thyroid storm?
SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:

A Hyperkinesis.
explanation

Thyrotoxic crisis (also called thyroid storm) is a severe hyperthyroid state that can occur in hyperthyroid individuals who are untreated or who are experiencing another illness or stressor. It may also occur following thyroid surgery. Symptoms include hyperkinesis, tachycardia, high fever, hypertension (with eventual heart failure and hypotension), vomiting, dehydration, restlessness, and delirium or coma.

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