A patient with an adrenal gland alteration does not understand why his skin is tanning when he does not spend any time outdoors in the sun. What should the nurse do to address the patient's concern?

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Tanning of the skin without exposure to sunlight can be a symptom of excess glucocorticoids produced by the adrenal glands. Steroids are commonly prescribed for various medical conditions and can cause adrenal gland alterations. The nurse should ask if the patient is still taking prescribed steroids.

A Patient with an Adrenal Gland Alteration Does Not Understand