While reviewing a medical record,the nurse notes that a client's ACTH levels are low.The nurse knows this deficit will primarily impact the client's level of:

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ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic hormone) stimulates the adrenal gland to produce corticosteroids such as cortisol. Low levels of ACTH will result in low levels of corticosteroids, which are essential for regulating metabolism, immune response, stress response, and blood pressure. Low levels of ACTH may lead to conditions such as Addison's disease, which is characterized by deficiency of corticosteroids.

While Reviewing a Medical Record,the Nurse Notes That a Client's