What should you teach R.M. regarding prevention of myxedema coma?
What will be an ideal response?
• Take prescribed medication exactly as directed at the same time each day.
• Avoid stressful events such as infection, trauma, or exposure to cold, which could cause an
exaggerated form of hypothyroidism.
• Wear an ID bracelet or necklace indicating she is hypothyroid, name and dosage of medication,
and name and phone number of physician.
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1. An internal source of stress. 2. An external source of stress. 3. Developmental. 4. Situational.
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a. 36 b. 48 c. 60 d. 72