Hyperthermia - Hyperthyroidism

Nursing Diagnosis and Interventions for Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthermia related to the status of hypermetabolic

characterized by heat.

Purpose:
After nursing actions, expected normal temperature 36.5 C - 37.5 C.

Nursing Intervention:

• Give warm compresses as needed.
• Use clothing and a thin bed of felt.
• Maintain a cool environment.
• Give febrifuge to order.
• Increase fluid intake to 2500 ml / day.
• Monitor vital signs, level of consciousness, urine output every 2 to 4 hours.
• Collaborate with physicians in the use of additional cooling measures when the situation requires.

Expected results / evaluation:

• Patient is conscious and responsive.
• Vital signs and normal urine output.