A 78-year-old male patient has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. He lives in his own apartment in a community development designed for the elderly. He asks the nurse assigned to this complex for advice about his condition
What would be the best advice the nurse could give the patient?
A) "Stop taking your self-prescribed daily aspirin."
B) "Stop attending group activities."
C) "Keep the temperature in your apartment cooler than usual."
D) "Increase fiber and fluids in your diet."
Ans: D
Feedback: Patients with hypothyroidism typically have constipation. A diet high in fiber and fluids can help prevent this. Taking aspirin isn't related to hypothyroidism management. The patient doesn't need to discontinue all group activities, although he may need to limit them until his condition improves. Patients with hypothyroidism have an intolerance of cold and need an environment warmer than average.
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