Which of the following statements by patients on a geriatric medicine unit would be considered suggestive of hypothyroidism? (Select all that apply.)
A) "I've never been prone to constipation in the past, but lately I'm only having a bowel movement every 3 or 4 days.".
B) "I'm having a terrible time getting to sleep at night and I keep waking up early.".
C) "Lately I just can't manage to stay warm no matter how high I keep the thermostat.".
D) "I've always been a cheerful person but now I can't shake this blue feeling.".
E) "I feel like I just don't have the energy that I normally do.".
A, C, D, E
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Constipation, cold intolerance, depression, and fatigue are associated with hypothyroidism. Insomnia is more commonly present in cases of hyperthyroidism.
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