Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the following should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Bradycardia. In hypothyroidism, there is a decrease in thyroid hormone production, leading to a slowed metabolism. This results in bradycardia, or a slow heart rate, as the thyroid hormone plays a role in regulating heart function. Moist skin (B), blurred vision (C), and insomnia (D) are not typically associated with hypothyroidism; instead, dry skin, vision changes, and fatigue are more common symptoms.