The laboratory reports of a client diagnosed with lung cancer indicate the client has increased adrenocorticotrophic levels. Which outcome does the nurse expect in the client?

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Increased adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) levels can lead to increased production of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH), which can cause darkening of the skin. This is a common symptom in conditions where ACTH levels are elevated, such as in ectopic ACTH syndrome, which can occur in lung cancer.

The Laboratory Reports of a Client Diagnosed with Lung Cancer