Which of the following would contribute to a client's excessive weight gain? (Select all that apply.)

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Rationale: Lesions in the appetite and satiety centers in the hypothalamus may contribute to overeating and lead to obesity.Hypothyroidism,not hyperthyroidism,is a problem that interferes with basal metabolism and may lead to weight gain.Weight gain can also occur in response to the decreased insulin production of diabetes mellitus and the increased cortisone production of Cushing's disease.New evidence also exists to indicate that low levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin may play a role in compulsive eating.

Which of the Following Would Contribute to a Client's Excessive