A nurse assesses clients with potential endocrine disorders.Which clients are at high risk for adrenal insufficiency? (Select all that apply.)

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Metastatic cancer,tuberculosis,and gram-negative sepsis are primary causes of adrenal insufficiency.Active tuberculosis is a contributing factor for syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone.Hypertension is a key manifestation of Cushing's disease.These are not risk factors for adrenal insufficiency.

A Nurse Assesses Clients with Potential Endocrine Disorders