A female patient comes into the clinic to be seen for fatigue and a cold that "won't go away," which began when she started a new job and her mother moved in with her family. The nurse realizes that this patient might be experiencing which of the following?

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The patient's symptoms and situational stressors suggest that she may be experiencing an increase in glucocorticoid secretion, which can lead to fatigue and impaired immune function. The new job and additional responsibilities, as well as the presence of her mother, could be contributing to the stress response that triggers glucocorticoid secretion.

A Female Patient Comes into the Clinic to Be Seen