A Client Presents to the Walk-In Clinic Complaining of Fatigue

question 15

Multiple Choice

A client presents to the walk-in clinic complaining of fatigue, headaches, joint pain and unrefreshing sleep. The client is diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome. What other symptoms might the client exhibit?

• A) Red, tender joints
• B) High grade fever
• C) Defects in the visual field
• D) Halo's around lights

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Definitions:

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones, leading to symptoms such as increased heart rate, weight loss, and swelling of the thyroid gland (goiter).

Nervous System

A complex network of nerves and cells that carry messages to and from the brain and spinal cord to various parts of the body.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood, caused by the body's inability to produce enough insulin or effectively use the insulin it produces.

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism).