Hypothyroidism Patient Scenarios
Hypothyroidism Patient Scenarios If ventilation is compromised, immediate mechanical ventilatory assistance is required. The precipitating factor should be rapidly and appropriately treated and fluid replacement given carefully, because hypothyroid patients do not excrete water appropriately. Finally, all medications should be given cautiously because they are metabolized more slowly than in healthy people. Liothyronine (L-triiodothyronine) should