ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Assessment Exam Midterm Questions
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A nurse is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Weight gain. In hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to a slowed metabolism. This metabolic slowdown can result in weight gain. Palpitations (
A) and diaphoresis (
B) are more commonly associated with hyperthyroidism, where there is an excess of thyroid hormones. Exophthalmos (
D) is a bulging of the eyes that is typically seen in individuals with hyperthyroidism, specifically Graves' disease.
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