Asked by Thanh Huy?n on May 24, 2024
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A woman comes to the clinic and states, "I've been sick for so long! My eyes have gotten so puffy, and my eyebrows and hair have become coarse and dry." For what condition should the nurse assess for other signs and symptoms?
A) Cachexia
B) Myxedema
C) Graves disease
D) Parkinson syndrome
Myxedema
A severe form of hypothyroidism characterized by extreme thyroid hormone deficiency, leading to symptoms such as cold intolerance, fatigue, weight gain, and skin thickening.
Cachexia
A complex syndrome involving weight loss, muscle atrophy, fatigue, and weakness, often seen in patients with serious chronic illnesses like cancer.
Graves Disease
An autoimmune disorder that results in overactivity of the thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism.
- Identify and understand various physical signs and symptoms associated with specific health conditions.
- Associate specific clinical findings with potential underlying medical conditions.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify and understand various physical signs and symptoms associated with specific health conditions.
- Associate specific clinical findings with potential underlying medical conditions.
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