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Multiple Choice

Refer to the table below. The table shows a list of symptoms observed in an older domestic cat.The veterinarian observing these symptoms suspects a problem involving the thyroid gland.This gland produces and secretes thyroid hormone.Thyroid hormone is involved in controlling cell metabolism and its use of energy.It also is involved in controlling heart rate, breathing rate, and other organ functions.Should this be a concern to the cat's owner?

A) Yes, because the cat's internal body systems are not in balance and will continue to be out of balance until thyroid hormone levels are restored to the normal range.
B) Yes, because the cat could infect the owner with the disorder during cleanup of waste resulting from the cat's diarrhea.
C) No, because the symptoms are not debilitating and the cat is not likely to die from the disorder.
D) No, because this is likely to be a temporary problem that the cat will eventually recover from on its own.
E) There is not enough information to make a judgment.