ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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Pediatric client with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism.
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The nurse should instruct the family of a pediatric client with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism to expect which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Recent weight loss. In hyperthyroidism, the child's metabolism is increased, leading to increased energy expenditure and potential weight loss despite increased appetite. Reduced intellectual processing (
A) is not a typical symptom of hyperthyroidism; it is more associated with hypothyroidism. Slow, lethargic movements (
B) are also more indicative of hypothyroidism. Swollen, protuberant abdomen (
D) is not a common symptom of hyperthyroidism but can be seen in conditions like ascites.
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