Question

A client with thyrotoxicosis says to the nurse, "I am so irritable. I am having

problems at work because I lose my temper very easily." Which of the following
responses by the nurse would give the client the most accurate explanation of her
behavior?
1. "Your behavior is caused by temporary confusion brought on by your illness."
2. "Your behavior is caused by the excess thyroid hormone in your system."
3. "Your behavior is caused by your worrying about the seriousness of your
illness."

Answer 1

The client's behavior is caused by excess thyroid hormone in her system.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most accurate explanation of the client's behavior is that it is caused by the excess thyroid hormone in her system.