Hesi Med Surg
Hesi Med Surg ( 34 Questions)
Which admission assessment findings should the nurse document related to a client who has been diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome?
A husky voice and complaints of hoarseness are not related to Cushing's syndrome, but may indicate a thyroid disorder or vocal cord damage.
Warm, soft, moist, salmon-colored skin is not a characteristic of Cushing's syndrome, but may be seen in hyperthyroidism or infection.
Visible swelling of the neck, with no pain, is not a sign of Cushing's syndrome, but may indicate a goiter or thyroid enlargement.
Central-type obesity, with thin extremities, is a common feature of Cushing's syndrome, which is caused by excess cortisol production or exposure. Cortisol causes fat redistribution to the trunk, face, and back of the neck, while causing muscle wasting and weakness in the arms and legs.
Choice A reason: A husky voice and complaints of hoarseness are not related to Cushing's syndrome, but may indicate a thyroid disorder or vocal cord damage.
Choice B reason: Warm, soft, moist, salmon-colored skin is not a characteristic of Cushing's syndrome, but may be seen in hyperthyroidism or infection.
Choice C reason: Visible swelling of the neck, with no pain, is not a sign of Cushing's syndrome, but may indicate a goiter or thyroid enlargement.
Choice D reason: Central-type obesity, with thin extremities, is a common feature of Cushing's syndrome, which is caused by excess cortisol production or exposure. Cortisol causes fat redistribution to the trunk, face, and back of the neck, while causing muscle wasting and weakness in the arms and legs.