A participant in a seminar given by a nurse asks for information about lifestyle situations that might contribute to chronic fatigue. Which examples might the nurse identify in response to this request? Select all that apply.
A)Thyroid problems
B)Chronic back pain
C)Marijuana use
D)Vigorous exercise three times a week
E)Swimming after a meal

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A)Fatigue is a symptom that needs investigating. Some risk factors for fatigue are hyper- or hypothyroidism, use of illicit drugs such as marijuana, and chronic pain. Swimming and vigorous exercise will energize, not produce fatigue.
B)Fatigue is a symptom that needs investigating. Some risk factors for fatigue are hyper- or hypothyroidism, use of illicit drugs such as marijuana, and chronic pain. Swimming and vigorous exercise will energize, not produce fatigue.
C)Fatigue is a symptom that needs investigating. Some risk factors for fatigue are hyper- or hypothyroidism, use of illicit drugs such as marijuana, and chronic pain. Swimming and vigorous exercise will energize, not produce fatigue.
D)Fatigue is a symptom that needs investigating. Some risk factors for fatigue are hyper- or hypothyroidism, use of illicit drugs such as marijuana, and chronic pain. Swimming and vigorous exercise will energize, not produce fatigue.
E)Fatigue is a symptom that needs investigating. Some risk factors for fatigue are hyper- or hypothyroidism, use of illicit drugs such as marijuana, and chronic pain. Synthroid use indicates hypothyroidism. Swimming and vigorous exercise will energize, not produce fatigue.

A Participant in a Seminar Given by a Nurse Asks