A Patient with Chronic Hyperfunction of the Adrenal Cortex Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient with chronic hyperfunction of the adrenal cortex is being assessed. The nurse would attribute which finding to the patient's chronic condition?

• A) General feeling of malaise
• B) Recent weight loss
• C) Hypotension
• D) Yellowing of the cornea

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Definitions:

Commitment

An individual's psychological attachment or sense of dedication towards a cause, activity, or relationship.

ACT

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; a form of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty for them.

Private Events

In psychology, this refers to internal experiences such as thoughts, feelings, and sensations that are not observable by others.

Third-Wave

Refers to the third-generation therapies that combine traditional behavior therapy with mindfulness and acceptance strategies, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy.