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Practice Question

The nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with Graves' disease. Which of the following nursing interventions should be included in the client's care to provide maximum comfort?

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Correct Answer:

Maintain the client's room at a cool temperature.

Rationale:

🧊Clients with Graves’ disease experience an increased basal metabolic rate, leading to heat intolerance and a preference for cool environments.

🔥The hypermetabolic state in hyperthyroidism causes excessive heat production, making warm conditions uncomfortable.

🏥Maintaining a cool room helps promote comfort and reduce restlessness associated with heat sensitivity.

🌡️Extra blankets or high room temperatures can exacerbate symptoms and increase patient distress.

📌Core Message

Clients with Graves’ disease are heat-intolerant due to their increased metabolic rate, so maintaining a cool environment enhances their comfort.

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