During an admission assessment, the nurse notices that a male patient has an enlarged and rather thick skull.The nurse suspects acromegaly and assesses the patient for:

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Enlargement of the skull and other bones is a characteristic feature of acromegaly. Coarse facial features such as a prognathic jaw and a prominent forehead are commonly seen. Exophthalmos (bulging eyes) and a rounded moonlike face are more characteristic of Cushing's syndrome. Sunken eyes are not typically associated with acromegaly.

During an Admission Assessment, the Nurse Notices That a Male