A 47-year-old patient is being treated for hyperthyroidism. When she goes to the health care provider for a check-up, the nurse in the clinic expects to see which of the following physical symptoms?
a. Exophthalmos
b. Strabismus
c. Photophobia
d. Diplopia
A
Bulging eyes (exophthalmos) usually indicate hyperthyroidism. The crossing of eyes (strabismus) results from neuromuscular injury or inherited abnormalities. Assess for common symptoms of eye disease such as eye pain, photophobia (sensitivity to light), burning, itching, excessive tearing, diplopia (double vision), blurred vision, or visual disturbances (e.g., flashing lights, halos, or "film" over vision field).
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