A Patient Underwent a Hypophysectomy to Remove a Tumor That

question 40

Multiple Choice

A patient underwent a hypophysectomy to remove a tumor that was causing:

• A) hypoparathyroidism.
• B) hypophysis.
• C) hypopituitarism.
• D) hypothyroidism.

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Definitions:

DSM-IV TR

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision; a manual published by the American Psychiatric Association detailing diagnostic criteria for mental disorders, replaced by DSM-5 in 2013.

Communication Deficits

Impairments in the ability to express oneself effectively or to understand the communication of others.

Cognitive Skills

Mental abilities involved in processing information, understanding concepts, solving problems, and making decisions.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.