Mandatory testing in the newborn nursery determines that the infant has hypothyroidism. When discussing the treatment with the new mother, the mother states that she doesn't believe in taking medications
The nurse would explain that failure to treat the infant with the appropriate medication will result in: 1. Heart disease.
2. Mental retardation.
3. Renal failure.
4. Thyroid storm.
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Rationale 1: If the hypothyroidism is left untreated, the child will experience bradycardia but will not develop heart disease.
Rationale 2: Untreated hypothyroidism will lead to mental retardation.
Rationale 3: Untreated hypothyroidism does not lead to renal failure.
Rationale 4: Thyroid storm is a complication of hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism.
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