A nurse is assessing a client who is admitted for elective surgery and has a history of Addison's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Intention tremors

Hyperpigmentation

Purple striations

Hirsutism

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Intention tremors are not typically associated with Addison's disease.
B.   Hyperpigmentation, particularly in sun-exposed areas and pressure points, is a characteristic finding in Addison's disease due to increased melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) production.
C.   Purple striations are typically associated with Cushing's syndrome, not Addison's disease.
D.   Hirsutism (excessive hair growth) is not a common manifestation of Addison's disease. It is more associated with Cushing’s disease.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Black Americans have a higher prevalence of diabetes mellitus compared to other racial/ethnic groups in the United States, and diabetes is a leading cause of end-stage renal disease.
B. While Hispanic/Latino individuals also have an increased risk of diabetes mellitus, it is less pronounced compared to Black Americans.
C. Non-Hispanic White individuals have a lower prevalence of diabetes mellitus compared to Black and Hispanic/Latino populations.
D. Asian Americans have a varied prevalence of diabetes mellitus depending on specific ethnicities within this group, but it is generally lower than in Black Americans.

A. A decrease in blood pressure B. A decrease in blood sugar C. A decrease in urine output D. A decrease in specific gravity

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Vasopressin does not typically affect blood pressure significantly.
B. Vasopressin is not used to lower blood sugar levels; it is primarily used for water retention.
C. Vasopressin, also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), acts on the kidneys to decrease urine output, making this the expected outcome of therapy.
D. Specific gravity of urine may increase with vasopressin therapy due to decreased urine output, rather than decrease.

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