Question

nineteen - year - old jonas oleary has been diagnosed with acromegaly. which is a characteristic of this condition?
a. abnormally protruding eyeballs
b. abnormally short stature
c. abnormally large hands or feet
d. abnormally large body

Explanation:

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder where there is over - production of growth hormone after the growth plates have closed. This leads to the thickening of bones and soft tissues in the hands, feet, and face. Abnormally protruding eyeballs are not a feature. It does not cause abnormally short stature. While there may be some body changes, the most characteristic are large hands and feet.

Answer:

C. abnormally large hands or feet