List the signs and symptoms of thyroid storm and the appropriate treatment for this condition
What will be an ideal response?
Signs and symptoms:
• Fever
• Diaphoresis
• Restlessness
• Confusion
• Anxiety
• Psychosis
• Nausea/vomiting
• Increased systolic BP
• Tachycardia
• Widened pulse pressure
Treatment:
• Position patient supinely
• EMS
• Administer O2 4–6 liters/minute
• Monitor vital signs
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