Question 54 (part 2) · LEK · Hypothyroidism
Chose clinical signs that may indicate hypothyroidism:
1) nervousness, anxiety, sleep problems.
2) slowing down, weakness, excessive drowsiness.
3) a weight loss despite increased appetite.
4) moderate weight gain. NR
5) feeling hot and excessive perspiration.
6) dryness and roughness of the skin.
The correct answer is:
2) slowing down, weakness, excessive drowsiness.
3) a weight loss despite increased appetite.
4) moderate weight gain. NR
5) feeling hot and excessive perspiration.
6) dryness and roughness of the skin.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,3,5.
- B. 1,2,3.
- C. 2,4,5.
- D. 1,3,6.
- E. 2,4,6.
Hint
Hypothyroidism slows metabolism — keep features of hypometabolism and discard those typical of thyrotoxicosis.
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