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Myxedema is the most severe form of hypothyroidism. Changes with this condition include:
 
  1. doughy skin.
  2. increased body hair.
  3. skin hot to the touch.
  4. decreased body weight.

Question 2

A patient is on a medication that comes in a dosage of 1000 mcg. How many mg is this?
 
  1. 100 mg
  2. 1 mg
  3. 1000 mg
  4. 10 mg



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Answer to Question 1

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On examination you may find skin changes associated with myxedema, the most severe form of hypothyroidism. These changes include nonpitting edema; doughy skin; puffy face; large tongue; decreased body hair, and cool, dry skin.

Answer to Question 2

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In the metric system, 1000 mcg is equal to 1 mg.





 

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