During the physical examination of a client with a suspected endocrine disorder, the nurse observes an abnormal bulging of the eyes. The nurse documents this finding as which of the following?
A) Thyroid enlargement
B) Exophthalmos
C) Hypopigmentation
D) Tremor

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Exophthalmos, or bulging of the eyes, is a classic symptom of Graves' disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland. Thyroid enlargement (choice A) may also be present in Graves' disease, but it would not account for the bulging of the eyes. Hypopigmentation (choice C) refers to a loss of skin color and is not relevant to this finding. Tremor (choice D) is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism but would not explain the bulging of the eyes.

During the Physical Examination of a Client with a Suspected