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    ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is collecting data from a school-age child who has Cushing's syndrome.Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleHypotension is not a typical symptom of Cushing's syndrome. Instead, patients often experience hypertension due to increased cortisol levels.Choice B rationaleRapid weight loss is not associated with Cushing's syndrome. Patients with Cushing's syndrome often experience weight gain, particularly around the abdomen and face.Choice C rationaleRounded facial features, also known as "moon face," are a characteristic symptom of Cushing's syndrome, caused by the redistribution of fat due to elevated cortisol levels.Choice D rationaleHypersomnia, or excessive sleepiness, is not a common symptom of Cushing's syndrome. Instead, patients may experience fatigue and weakness but not necessarily increased sleep.

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