The nurse is attending to patients in an assisted-living facility. For which reason is the nurse aware that the recognition of hyperthyroidism is difficult in older patients?
A) The manic and psychotic behavior mimics dementia.
B) The presenting symptoms tend to mimic cardiac concerns.
C) Nervousness and tremor are common in this population.
D) This age category has difficulty describing signs and symptoms.
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Q22: A patient diagnosed with SIADH is scheduled
Q23: A patient with suspected hyperthyroidism is scheduled
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