The Hallmark Findings Expected When Assessing a Patient with Cushing

question 14

Multiple Choice

The hallmark findings expected when assessing a patient with Cushing syndrome are:

• A) Edema of the trunk, extremities, and face
• B) Wasting of the abdomen with thick, calloused skin
• C) Excess adipose tissue in the trunk, slender extremities, and moon face
• D) High levels of potassium and low levels of sodium, weakness, and wasting

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Definitions:

Sequela

A condition which is the consequence of a previous disease or injury.

Diagnosis Codes

Diagnosis codes are part of a standardized system used in healthcare to categorize and document diseases, symptoms, and conditions.

Health Care Provider

A professional or organization that offers services to diagnose, treat, or support the health and well-being of patients.

External Cause Code

A coding system used to describe the external cause of an injury, poisoning, or other adverse effects encountered by a patient.