Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
When planning care for a client diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome, the nurse should include which intervention to prevent a common complication of this disorder?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Cushing's syndrome is a metabolic disorder resulting from the chronic and excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal cortex or the administration of glucocorticoids in large doses for several weeks or longer. In the client with Cushing's syndrome, increased levels of glucocorticoids can result in hyperglycemia and signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus. Clients experience activity intolerance related to muscle weakness and fatigue; therefore, option 2 is incorrect. Epinephrine levels are not affected. Visitors should be limited because of the client's impaired immune response.