____ occurs when there is an excess of adrenal hormones, causing hypertension, elevated blood glucose, insulin resistance, and hypokalemia (low potassium).

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The excess of adrenal hormones in Cushing's syndrome leads to hypertension (elevated blood pressure), elevated blood glucose levels (due to insulin resistance), and hypokalemia (low potassium levels). Graves disease and hyperthyroidism involve an overactive thyroid gland, while thyroid storm is a severe complication of hyperthyroidism characterized by a sudden surge in thyroid hormones.

____ Occurs When There Is an Excess of Adrenal Hormones