During the Assessment of a Patient with Thyroid Dysfunction, the Nurse

question 2

Multiple Choice

During the assessment of a patient with thyroid dysfunction, the nurse notes hair loss and warm, moist skin. Which is most important for the nurse to ask this patient?

• A) "Have you experienced any recent weight loss?"
• B) "Have you been feeling constipated?"
• C) "Have you noticed increased bruising?"
• D) "Have you noticed that you do not tolerate cold as well as you once did?"

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Definitions:

Process Loss

The efficiency reduction in team or group functioning that can occur due to various factors, such as poor communication, conflict, or lack of coordination.

Conjunctive Task

A group task that can only be successfully completed if all members perform their part; the group's performance is determined by its weakest link.

Group Member

An individual who belongs to a specific group or team within an organization or setting, contributing to its objectives and dynamics.

Process Losses

Refers to the inefficiencies that arise from the need to coordinate and manage group activities, leading to a potential decrease in overall group performance.