A nurse is planning interventions for a toddler with juvenile hypothyroidism. Which interventions should the nurse plan to implement for this child? (Select all that apply.)
a. Moisturizer for dry skin
b. Antidiarrheal medications
c. Medications to help with insomnia
d. Implementation of thyroxine therapy
ANS: A, D
The presenting symptoms of juvenile hypothyroidism are myxedematous skin changes (dry skin, puffiness around the eyes, sparse hair), constipation, lethargy, and mental decline. The nurse should plan interventions for the dry skin and for the implementation of thyroxine therapy. The child is prone to constipation and sleepiness so antidiarrheal medication and medications to help with insomnia would not be appropriate.
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