A Person with Myxoedema Is Concerned About a Rising Cholesterol

question 11

Multiple Choice

A person with myxoedema is concerned about a rising cholesterol level despite adhering to a strict diet. How should the nurse respond to this person?

• A)'It's a normal part of ageing.'
• B)'The thyroid gland disease can affect your cholesterol level.'
• C)'You need to cut all fat out of your diet'
• D)'Maybe you don't realise how much fat is in the foods that you eat.'