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    Ati lpn med surg endocrine proctored exam

    A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Moist skin: Moist, warm skin is more typical of hyperthyroidism; hypothyroidism tends to cause dry, coarse skin. B. Insomnia: Difficulty sleeping is more commonly reported with an overactive thyroid; hypothyroid clients more often experience fatigue and excessive sleepiness. C. Blurred vision: Blurred vision is nonspecific and not a classic distinguishing sign of hypothyroidism. D. Bradycardia: Slowed heart rate (bradycardia) is an expected finding with hypothyroidism due to decreased metabolic rate and reduced sympathetic tone.

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