Two days ago a woman gave birth to a full-term infant. Last night she awakened several times to urinate and noted that her gown and bedding were wet from profuse diaphoresis. Which physiologic alteration is the cause for the diaphoresis and diuresis that this client is experiencing

Hyperthyroidism.

Explanation:

Diaphoresis is a health condition that is associated with excessive and abnormal sweating as a result of environmental factors and body activity. It is caused by a number of factors, of which hyperthyroidism is one.

Hyperthyroidism is a disorder of the thyroid glands. The thyroid glands produces excessive thyroxine and become overactive. Metabolic activities speed up within the body. Some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism include:

Anxiety Weight loss. Poor sleep Diuresis due to anxiety. Excessive sweating. Frequent bowel movement. Increased heart beat. Nervousness.