The Nurse Is Reviewing Data Collected During a Patient's Health

question 31

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing data collected during a patient's health history. What information would indicate a disorder of the pituitary gland?

• A) dwarfism
• B) carpal spasms
• C) enlarged thyroid nodule
• D) hyperpigmentation of the skin

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