When Caring for a Patient with a Diagnosis of Cushing

question 1

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient with a diagnosis of Cushing syndrome, which data will the nurse expect to find during the admission assessment?

• A) Chronically low blood pressure
• B) Bronzed appearance of the skin
• C) Decreased axillary and pubic hair
• D) Purplish red streaks on the abdomen

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Definitions:

Nonpoint Source

Diffuse areas of pollution not traceable to any single point, typically resulting from rainfall or snowmelt moving over and through the ground.

Land Use

The management and modification of natural environment or wilderness into built environment such as settlements and semi-natural habitats such as arable fields, pastures, and managed woods.

Pollution

The introduction of harmful materials into the environment, negatively affecting air, water, and soil quality.

Environmental Assessment

A process used to evaluate the environmental impacts of a proposed project to ensure that decisions are made in an environmentally responsible manner.