The nurse is obtaining the health history from a client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates further assessment of thyroid function may be necessary?
A)"I notice my breasts are tender lately."
B)"I am so thirsty that I drink all day long."
C)"I get up several times at night to urinate."
D)"I feel a lump in my throat when I swallow."

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Difficulty in swallowing can occur with a goitre. Nocturia is associated with diseases such as diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, or chronic kidney disease. Breast tenderness would occur with excessive gonadal hormone levels. Thirst is a sign of disease such as diabetes.

The Nurse Is Obtaining the Health History from a Client