Asked by Kajal Bharany on Apr 25, 2024

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During an admission assessment, the nurse notices that a male patient has an enlarged and rather thick skull. The nurse suspects acromegaly. What additional finding would the nurse assess for to confirm this suspicion?

A) Exophthalmos
B) Bowed long bones
C) Acorn-shaped cranium
D) Coarse facial features

Acromegaly

A hormonal disorder that results when the pituitary gland produces excessive growth hormone, leading to enlarged bones and tissues.

Thick Skull

Informally describes having a denser than average cranial bone, often mentioned in medical contexts assessing head trauma risk.

Coarse Facial Features

Distinctive facial appearances that are typically broad, with a prominent forehead, nose, and jaw, often associated with certain genetic conditions.

  • Detect manifestations of holistic health conditions and their influence on the head and neck zone, for instance, AIDS or acromegaly.
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Bethany Rodriguez7 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Acromegaly is the excessive secretion of growth hormone that creates an enlarged skull and thickened cranial bones. Patients will have elongated heads, massive faces, prominent noses and lower jaws, heavy eyebrow ridges, and coarse facial features. Exophthalmos is associated with hyperthyroidism. Bowed long bones and an acorn-shaped cranium result from Paget disease.