The nurse is collecting patient history information as part of the initial clinic visit
Which patient statements would the nurse note as indicating a possible endocrine disorder? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "I am tired all the time, but I have trouble sleeping at night.".
2. "I have gained 20 pounds since I retired.".
3. "I haven't found very many gray hairs yet.".
4. "My appetite has not been very good recently.".
5. "I have burning when I urinate.".
1,2,4
Rationale 1: Changes in sleep pattern and activity tolerance are core symptoms of several endocrine disorders.
Rationale 2: Weight change is a core symptom of several endocrine disorders.
Rationale 3: Graying of the hair is an expected effect of aging and does not indicate an endocrine disorder.
Rationale 4: Appetite change is a core symptom of many endocrine disorders.
Rationale 5: Burning with urination may indicate infection but is not usually associated with an endocrine disorder.
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