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Maia Clarins, 24 years old, was diagnosed with hypopituitarism. When performing the history and physical exam, which of the following findings should the nurse anticipate?

Increased cardiac output
Truncal obesity
Increased blood pressure
Hyperactivity or increased energy levels

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Answer - B - In hypopituitarism, there is decreased cardiac output, decreased blood pressure, and decreased energy level (fatigue). These symptoms occur due to an absence of hormones resulting from the decreased pituitary activity and truncal obesity is commonly associated with this disorder.

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