The Nurse Is Gathering Data from a Patient Who Voices

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is gathering data from a patient who voices concerns about feeling dizzy upon standing, fatigue, and recent weight loss. Which additional information will most likely cause the nurse to suspect a problem with adrenal insufficiency?

• A)Periods of tachycardia
• B)Bronzed skin coloration
• C)Low blood pressure reading
• D)Indications of dehydration

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Definitions:

Adrenal Hormones

Hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands and that are involved in emotion and stress.

Biological Rhythms

Natural cycles of change in bodily functions or activities, such as the sleep-wake cycle or hormonal cycles.

Blood Sugar

The concentration of glucose in the blood, an important energy source for the body's cells and a key indicator of metabolic health.

Glutamate

A major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain, involved in memory and learning.