Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
The client is a 62-year-old woman who is 30 pounds overweight. She comes to the doctor's office complaining of headaches, frequent hunger, excessive thirst, and urination. The presenting complaints suggest that the nurse should assess for other signs of which condition?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Headaches, polyphagia, polydipsia, and polyuria are classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus, especially in an overweight individual.