A client with hypothyroidism frequently complains of feeling cold. The nurse should tell the client that she will be more comfortable if she:
A. Uses an electric blanket at night
B. Dresses in extra layers of clothing
C. Applies a heating pad to her feet
D. Takes a hot bath morning and evening
Correct Answer: B. Dresses in extra layers of clothing
Option B: Cold intolerance is a symptom of hypothyroidism. Dressing in layers and using extra covering will help decrease the feeling of being cold that is experienced by the client.
Options A and C: Decreased sensation and decreased alertness are common in the client with hypothyroidism; therefore, the use of electric blankets and heating pads can result in burns.
Option D: The client with hypothyroidism has dry skin, and a hot bath morning and evening would make her condition worse.