The nurse is assessing a client with suspected acromegaly at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask?
A)"Have you had a recent head injury?"
B)"Do you have to wear larger shoes now?"
C)"Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?"
D)"Is there any family history of acromegaly?"

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Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and feet. Head injury and family history are not risk factors for acromegaly. Tremors and anxiety are not clinical manifestations of acromegaly.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client with Suspected Acromegaly at the Clinic