Question

a middle - aged patient presents for an evaluation of a potential thyroid condition. on physical examination, they are bradycardic, have cool, dry skin and brittle nails, diffuse hair loss, and an enlarged tongue. which of the following additional examination findings would be most consistent with this clinical presentation?
very brisk contraction phase of deep tendon reflexes
delayed contraction phase of deep tendon reflexes
normal deep tendon reflexes
delayed relaxation phase of deep tendon reflexes
brisk relaxation phase of deep tendon reflexes

Explanation:

The patient's symptoms such as bradycardia, cool - dry skin, brittle nails, diffuse hair loss, and enlarged tongue are suggestive of hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is associated with a delayed relaxation phase of deep tendon reflexes.

Answer:

Delayed relaxation phase of deep tendon reflexes