Question

a nurse is caring for an adult client who has just undergone surgery to remove a thyroid tumor. the nurse is assessing for symptoms of hyperthyroidism. what are some of the symptoms of hypermetabolism? select all that apply. bradycardia anxiety headache tachycardia diarrhea

Explanation:

Hyperthyroidism causes hypermetabolism. Symptoms include increased heart - rate (tachycardia), anxiety, and diarrhea. Bradycardia is slow heart - rate and not typical. Headache is not a main symptom.

Answer:

B. Anxiety
D. Tachycardia
E. Diarrhea