The nurse is assessing a patient with Cushing syndrome. Which findings should the nurse report for immediate follow-up?
A) serum potassium 2.5 mEq/L and blood pressure 150/90
B) serum sodium 145 mEq/L and reports of muscle weakness
C) serum calcium 11 mg/dL and reports of feelings of depression
D) serum phosphorus 3 mg/dL and hirsutism
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