Which clinical symptom(s) would the nurse observe in a patient with thyrotoxicosis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Decreased metabolic rate
b. Decreased heart rate
c. Decreased body temperature
d. Muscle tremors
e. Restlessness
f. Anxiety
g. Sweating
ANS: D, E, F, G
Thyrotoxicosis symptoms include muscle weakness and tremors, restlessness and nervousness, anxiety, sweating, increased metabolic rate, increased pulse rate (to perhaps 140 beats/min), and increased body temperature and a sensation of feeling too warm.
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