A client is diagnosed with a disorder of the pituitary gland.When reviewing this client's medical history,the nurse will identify which health problems as potential results of the pituitary disorder?
Select all that apply.

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The pituitary gland regulates various hormones. Diabetes insipidus (A) is due to insufficient ADH from the pituitary. Acromegaly (B) results from excess growth hormone. Breast-feeding abnormalities (C) can occur due to prolactin issues. Graves disease (D) and Addison disease (E) are related to the thyroid and adrenal glands, respectively, not the pituitary.

A Client Is Diagnosed with a Disorder of the Pituitary