The nurse is assessing a client with hypothyroidism. The client reports "I always feel tired, have been gaining weight, and have difficulty carrying out my normal daily activity. I feel constipated and have dry skin".

When asked how the client manages their condition, which of the following statements demonstrates the client is managing their condition effectively?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

ID: 137304

Question

The nurse is assessing a client with hypothyroidism. The client reports "I always feel tired, have been gaining weight, and have difficulty carrying out my normal daily activity. I feel constipated and have dry skin". 
 
   When asked how the client manages their condition, which of the following statements demonstrates the client is managing their condition effectively?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

"I do my best to drink approximately 2 liters of fluids each day"

Answer

"I avoid any physical activity as I don’t want to get too tired"

Answer

"I try to eat a high-calorie diet because I feel tired and want to gain energy"

Answer

"I take baths with hot water when I feel cold to warm up"

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