A patient with a non-ACTH-producing adrenal cortex tumor is scheduled for a surgical procedure to remove the tumor. Which statement by the patient indicates that teaching about the procedure has been effective?

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A non-ACTH-producing adrenal cortex tumor is typically removed surgically by removing the entire affected adrenal gland. Therefore, the patient's statement that "The adrenal gland with the tumor will be removed" indicates an understanding of the procedure. Option B is incorrect because if the tumor is non-ACTH producing, the patient will not need to take replacement adrenal hormones. Option C is incorrect because the transsphenoidal route is used for pituitary tumors, not adrenal tumors. Option D is incorrect because IV cortisol is used in preparation for surgery in patients with adrenal insufficiency, but this patient has a non-ACTH-producing tumor and therefore does not have adrenal insufficiency.

A Patient with a Non-ACTH-Producing Adrenal Cortex Tumor Is Scheduled