The nurse suspects that a client is experiencing hypothyroidism. Which question should the nurse ask during the health history?
A)"Is your skin often clammy?"
B)"Do you have brown, shiny patches on your legs?"
C)"Are you intolerant to heat?"
D)"Have you had unexplained weight gain?"

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A)The client experiencing hypothyroidism often gains weight even though they are eating less. Heat intolerance is associated with hyperthyroidism. Cool, clammy skin is found in clients with low blood sugar. Brown, shiny patches on the lower extremities are associated with poor circulation.
B)The client experiencing hypothyroidism often gains weight even though they are eating less. Heat intolerance is associated with hyperthyroidism. Cool, clammy skin is found in clients with low blood sugar. Brown, shiny patches on the lower extremities are associated with poor circulation.
C)The client experiencing hypothyroidism often gains weight even though they are eating less. Heat intolerance is associated with hyperthyroidism. Cool, clammy skin is found in clients with low blood sugar. Brown, shiny patches on the lower extremities are associated with poor circulation.
D)The client experiencing hypothyroidism often gains weight even though they are eating less. Heat intolerance is associated with hyperthyroidism. Cool, clammy skin is found in clients with low blood sugar. Brown, shiny patches on the lower extremities are associated with poor circulation.

The Nurse Suspects That a Client Is Experiencing Hypothyroidism