Which of the Following Is a Symptom of Hypothyroidism

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a symptom of hypothyroidism?

• A) cool dry skin
• B) increased deep tendon reflexes
• C) nervousness
• D) increased pulse rate

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Definitions:

Synaptic Responsiveness

The ability of synapses, the connections between neurons, to change in strength in response to increases or decreases in their activity.

Short-Term Memories

Memories that are held for a short period of time, typically seconds to minutes, before being forgotten or transferred to long-term memory.

Long-Term Memories

Memories that can last from a few days to a whole lifetime, involving the storage of information about past events, experiences, and learned skills.

Chemical Changes

Transformations that result in the formation of new substances, involving the making or breaking of bonds between atoms.