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General Medicine · Endocrinology
Sample itemWhat is a common symptom of hypothyroidism?
Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.
The answer and the reasoning
B. Fatigue and cold intolerance
The core Endocrinology principle makes Fatigue and cold intolerance the best answer because it directly explains the stated presentation, investigation, or immediate management priority.
Option by option
A. Persistent wheeze
Persistent wheeze may be relevant in another clinical setting but is not best here.
B. Fatigue and cold intolerance (correct)
Correct. Fatigue and cold intolerance follows from the crucial clinical clue in the stem.
C. Heat intolerance with tremor
Heat intolerance with tremor does not fit the requested endocrinology conclusion.
D. Acute abdominal rigidity
Acute abdominal rigidity does not address the underlying finding or indicated action.
Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.
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