A client receiving thyroid replacement therapy came to the health clinic with complaints of heart palpitations, menstrual irregularity, and insomnia. The nurse notices that she has exophthalmos. What could these signs of hyperthyroidism possibly indicate?

a. This is an indicator of an overdosage of thyroid.
b. This could indicate a return to normal thyroid function.
c. This may be related to lack of sleep.
d. This most likely indicates noncompliance with the medication regime.


a. This is an indicator of an overdosage of thyroid.
FEEDBACK:
a. Toxic effects result from overdosage of thyroid and are manifested in the signs of hyperthyroidism.
b. The client described is not in a euthyroid state. .
c. Exophthalmos is a sign of too much thyroid and not related to lack of sleep. .
d. These signs indicate too much thyroid, whereas noncompliance refers to not taking the medication. .

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