A Nurse Checks Lab Results as Both Cushing Syndrome and Addison

question 40

Multiple Choice

A nurse checks lab results as both Cushing syndrome and Addison disease can manifest with elevated levels of:

• A) ADH
• B) Cortisol
• C) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
• D) Aldosterone

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Definitions:

Biohazard Symbol

A symbol that must appear on all containers used to store waste products, blood, blood products, or other specimens that may be infectious.

Human Disease

Any disturbance of a structure or function of the body, typically manifesting by characteristic symptoms and signs, and not resulting directly from physical injury.

MRSA

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics, making infections difficult to treat.

Microorganism

A microscopic organism, such as a bacteria, virus, fungus, or protozoa, some of which can cause diseases.