: Patient is a 36-year-old female. She went to the hospital after an extended period of severe weakness and fatigue. She was found to be in a severe hypothyroid state from autoimmune disease and was admitted for treatment. She stabilized but continues to be weak. She was transferred to a subacute unit for rehab and continued skilled nursing care. VS @ midnight: 97.8, 70, 16, 124/80, 99% on RA. Admitting/Primary Diagnosis: Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis. What complications should the nurse be alert for?