A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A. Diaphoresis: Excessive sweating is more associated with an overactive thyroid state rather than hypothyroidism. B. Protruding eyeballs: Exophthalmos is classically associated with Graves’ disease (hyperthyroidism), not hypothyroidism. C. Palpitations: Rapid heart rate and palpitations are typical of hyperthyroidism; hypothyroidism tends to slow cardiac rate. D. Weight gain: A slowed metabolism in hypothyroidism commonly leads to weight gain and reduced energy expenditure.