The nurse suspects a client is experiencing the early signs of myxedema coma when which of the following is assessed? (Select all that apply.)
1. Reduced level of consciousness
2. Hypothermia
3. Hypoventilation
4. Hypotension
5. Bradycardia
6. Reduced urine output
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Myxedema is a medical emergency. The client will present with a diminished level of consciousness, hypothermia, hypoventilation, hypotension, and bradycardia. Prior to the coma, the client may be depressed, confused, paranoid, or even manic. Reduced urine output is not associated with this disorder.
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