During the assessment of a patient with thyroid dysfunction, the nurse notes hair loss and warm, moist skin. Which question is most important for the nurse to ask this patient?
A) "Have you experienced any recent weight loss?"
B) "Have you been feeling constipated?"
C) "Have you noticed increased bruising?"
D) "Have you noticed that you do not tolerate cold as well as you once did?"
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