A client has had one adrenal gland removed and will require medication to maintain blood pressure. Which actions of the adrenal gland is the medication intended to mimic?

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Mineralocorticoids are involved in regulating electrolyte and fluid balance, particularly sodium and potassium levels, which affects blood pressure. Medication would be needed to mimic these actions in a person with one adrenal gland removed.

A Client Has Had One Adrenal Gland Removed and Will