Questions: Which intervention should the nurse perform when caring for a client who is being treated for hyperthyroidism? Monitor the client for signs of restlessness and sweating. Balance the clients periods of activity and rest Encourage the client to ambulate to prevent constipation. Provide extra blankets and clothing to keep the client warm.

The answer is: Monitor the client for signs of restlessness and sweating.

This is the most appropriate intervention for a client being treated for hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism increases the metabolic rate, which can lead to symptoms such as restlessness, sweating, and heat intolerance. Monitoring these signs helps in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment and in identifying any potential complications.

While balancing activity and rest is generally good advice for many conditions, it is not the primary intervention for hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroid patients often experience increased energy levels and may not feel the need to rest as much, but monitoring for restlessness and sweating is more directly related to the condition.

Constipation is not typically a primary concern in hyperthyroidism. In fact, hyperthyroidism often speeds up gastrointestinal motility, which can lead to diarrhea rather than constipation.

Clients with hyperthyroidism usually experience heat intolerance due to an increased metabolic rate, so they are more likely to feel hot rather than cold. Providing extra blankets and clothing would not be appropriate and could make the client more uncomfortable.