A patient is undergoing evaluation for possible Addison's disease.Which test should the nurse anticipate?
A)Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
B)Growth hormone (GH)stimulation test
C)Serum prolactin test
D)Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

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The adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test is commonly used to diagnose Addison's disease. It involves administering synthetic ACTH and measuring the patient's cortisol levels before and after. In patients with Addison's disease, cortisol levels will not increase after ACTH administration.

A Patient Is Undergoing Evaluation for Possible Addison's Disease