List the signs and symptoms of myxedema coma and the appropriate treatment for this condition
What will be an ideal response?
Signs and symptoms:
• Confusion
• Apathy
• Depression
• Possible psychosis
• Hypothermia < 95 degrees F
• Hair loss
• Facial changes
• Cool, dry skin
• Bradycardia
• Seizures
Treatment:
• Position patient supinely
• Normalize temperature with blankets
• Administer O2 4–6 liters/minute
• Monitor vital signs
• EMS
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