A Client Is Diagnosed with a Disorder of the Pituitary

question 25

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with a disorder of the pituitary gland.When reviewing this client's medical history,the nurse will identify which health problems as potential results of the pituitary disorder?
Select all that apply.

• A)Diabetes insipidus
• B)Acromegaly
• C)Breast-feeding abnormalities
• D)Graves disease
• E)Addison disease

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