The patient has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. The nursing diagnoses that best applies is:
1. Hypothermia related to increased metabolic processes.
2. Constipation related to increased hormonal stimulation.
3. Disturbed Body Image related to weight gain.
4. Disturbed Sleep Pattern related to metabolic disturbance.
4
Because of the increased metabolism, the hyperthyroid patient feels restless and has trouble sleeping.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application
REF: 985, Nursing Diagnoses, Goals, and Outcomes box OBJ: 4
TOP: Hyperthyroidism
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Nursing Diagnosis
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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