A patient recently completed radiation treatment for throat cancer and presents to the health care provider's office with symptoms indicating possible hypothyroidism. Which symptom(s) would most likely be exhibited and/or reported?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Inability to sleep
b. Weight gain
c. Lethargy
d. Nervousness
e. Cold intolerance
ANS: B, C, E
Symptoms associated with hypothyroidism include weight gain, lethargy, and cold intolerance. Inability to sleep and nervousness are not symptoms associated with hypothyroidism.
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