A 60-year-old patient asks why endocrine testing is being done.Which is the best response for the nurse to make?

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Endocrine function can change through the lifespan, and testing is done to evaluate any changes that may have occurred. Age-related changes, such as atrophy of endocrine organs, may also be a factor, but the primary reason for testing is to assess any changes in endocrine function that may require medical intervention. Choice D is incorrect because endocrine testing is not always done to identify hormone replacement therapy, as there can be many reasons for endocrine dysfunction beyond hormone replacement therapy. Choice C is also incorrect because endocrine function can indeed change through the lifespan.

A 60-Year-Old Patient Asks Why Endocrine Testing Is Being Done