The nurse is assessing a client who is newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?

A. Weight gain is a common symptom of hypothyroidism but it is not an immediate threat to life. It can be managed with diet and medication. B. Hypoventilation, or decreased respiratory rate, can lead to hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in the blood) and hypercapnia (increased carbon dioxide levels in the blood). These conditions can rapidly deteriorate into a respiratory crisis and require immediate intervention. C. Cold intolerance is a common symptom of hypothyroidism but is not an immediate threat to life. It can be managed with warm clothing and a warm environment. D. Lethargy is another common symptom of hypothyroidism but is not an immediate threat to life. It can be managed with medication and lifestyle changes. 8. The nurse reviews discharge instructions with a client