A patient with a history of Graves disease is admitted to the unit with shortness of breath.The nurse notes the patient's vital signs: T 103°F,P 160,R 24,BP 160/80.The nurse also notes distended neck veins.What does the patient most likely have?

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The patient's symptoms, including high fever (T 103°F), tachycardia (P 160), shortness of breath, and distended neck veins, in the context of a history of Graves' disease, suggest a thyroid storm. This is a life-threatening condition characterized by an extreme overproduction of thyroid hormones, which can lead to these symptoms.

A Patient with a History of Graves Disease Is Admitted