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NCLEX-RN

Category - Physiological

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A client comes to the emergency department with muscle weakness, weight loss, and dark pigmentation of the skin. A diagnosis of Addison’s disease is suspected. The nurse understands that this diagnosis is supported by which of the following?
  1. Hypoglycemia, hyperkalemia, and hypertension
  2. Hypoglycemia, hypokalemia, and hypotension
  3. Hyperglycemia, hyperkalemia, and hypertension
  4. Hypoglycemia, hyperkalemia, and hypotension
Explanation
Answer: D - A client with Addison’s disease would likely manifest hypoglycemia, hyperkalemia, and hypotension. Addison’s disease is caused by hyposecretion of adrenal cortex hormones.
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