A patient has a pituitary adenoma that has increased secretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone.Which nutritional effect,if any,will the nurse note in this patient?
A)Metabolism will be increased.
B)The patient's appetite will be suppressed.
C)No changes will be noted.
D)The patient will crave salt.

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Pituitary adenoma is a type of brain tumor that can cause overproduction of certain hormones, including thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Increased secretion of TSH can lead to hyperthyroidism, which results in an increase in metabolism. Therefore, the nurse may note an increase in metabolic rate in this patient.

A Patient Has a Pituitary Adenoma That Has Increased Secretion