A 45-year-old male patient with suspected acromegaly is seen at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask?
a. "Have you had a recent head injury?"
b. "Do you have to wear larger shoes now?"
c. "Is there a family history of acromegaly?"
d. "Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?"
ANS: B
Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and feet. Head injury and family history are not risk factors for acromegaly. Tremors and anxiety are not clinical manifestations of acromegaly.
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