Which of the Following Is the Most Common Cause of Secondary

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common cause of secondary adrenal insufficiency?

• A) structural lesions of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland
• B) administration of specific drugs
• C) administration of exogenous corticosteroids
• D) a critical illness

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Definitions:

Secondary Prevention

Efforts to detect and treat existing diseases early in their course, aiming to prevent or mitigate complications and disabilities.

Alameda County Study

A longitudinal study that investigated the link between lifestyle, health habits, and mortality among adults in Alameda County, California.

Mortality

The state of being mortal or the incidence of death within a population.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years an individual is expected to live, based on statistical averages for a particular population or demographic.