The patient with hyperthyroidism most likely has received appropriate drug therapy that has returned thyroid hormone levels and metabolic state to normal; however,the perioperative nurse should assess for any symptoms that relate to accelerated metabolism.Select the set of symptoms that is most commonly associated with hyperthyroidism.
A) Atrial fibrillation, anxiety, weight gain, and cold intolerance
B) Tachypnea, dry mouth, systemic pruritus, and heavy menses
C) Fatigue, vision changes, disturbed concentration, and vertigo
D) Increased sweating, insomnia, tremor, and muscle weakness

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Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include vision changes (e.g.,myopathy,ophthalmopathy,such as extraocular muscle enlargement or visual loss with prolonged optic nerve compression),emotional lability,mood changes,irritability,exercise intolerance,fatigue,weight loss,heat intolerance and flushing,hyperactivity (especially children),increased sweating,insomnia,tremor,muscle weakness,dyspnea,frequent bowel movements,and menstrual irregularity (oligomenorrhea,infertility).

The Patient with Hyperthyroidism Most Likely Has Received Appropriate Drug