Multiple Choice
A 51-year-old woman has been diagnosed with Cushing syndrome after a diagnostic workup that reveals cortisol hypersecretion. The nurse knows which of the following assessment findings would be inconsistent with her diagnosis?
A) Increased blood pressure and decreased potassium levels
B) A protruding abdomen and a "buffalo hump" on the back
C) Poor stress management and hyperpigmentation
D) A "moon face" and muscle weakness
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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