Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A client with a thyroid disorder who presents with periorbital edema, cold intolerance, and weight gain. Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Monitoring for hypotension is appropriate as the symptoms suggest hypothyroidism, and while blood pressure changes are less common in hypothyroidism compared to hyperthyroidism, monitoring is still relevant for overall patient safety.