The combination of a relatively sudden decline in mental status, weight loss, and a hyperdynamic state, coupled with an enlarged thyroid and exophthalmos, suggests ____.

A. hyperthyroidism
B. thyroid storm
C. goiter
D. hypothyroidism


Answer: B

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. CHF B. COPD C. TB D. Asthma

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