What condition is defined by increased temperature, pulse, and hypertension?

The condition characterized by increased temperature, pulse, and hypertension is thyroid storm. This is a life-threatening condition often seen in patients with hyperthyroidism, particularly in those with Graves' disease. In thyroid storm, the excessive release of thyroid hormones leads to a hypermetabolic state, resulting in marked symptoms such as elevated temperatures (hyperthermia), tachycardia (increased heart rate), and hypertension (high blood pressure). These symptoms are due to the overwhelming effects of the excess hormones on the cardiovascular system and metabolic rate, creating a critical situation that requires immediate medical attention and intervention.

Other conditions listed, such as hypothyroidism, typically present with low energy, bradycardia, and hypotension, while diabetic ketoacidosis may present with symptoms such as deep labored breathing, fruity breath, and changes in mental status, but not specifically with the triad of increased temperature, pulse, and hypertension. A heart attack can cause elevated pulse and potentially high blood pressure, but it generally does not feature a significant increase in body temperature as a primary symptom. Thus, thyroid storm distinctly matches the criteria of increased temperature, pulse, and hypertension.