A Group of Signs and Symptoms Attributed to the Excessive

question 61

Multiple Choice

A group of signs and symptoms attributed to the excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal cortex is

• A)Cushing syndrome.
• B)Addison disease.
• C)congenital hypothyroidism.
• D)gigantism.

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Definitions:

Compliance

A change in behavior in response to a request.

Dissonance Theory

A theory proposed by Leon Festinger that suggests that inconsistency among beliefs or behaviors causes psychological discomfort (dissonance), leading to efforts to reduce the dissonance.

Innocence

symbolizes the state of being free from guilt or moral wrong, typically attributed to children or in legal contexts where an individual is found not guilty of a crime.

Compliance

The act of conforming, submitting, or adapting one's behavior to align with the demands or requests of others.