Which symptoms are considered to be physiologic symptoms of adrenal insufficiency? Select all that apply
a. Weakness
b. Hypoglycemia
c. Hypotension
d. Hyperglycemia
e. Hypertension
f. Weight loss
ANS: A, B, C, F
Physiologic symptoms of adrenal insufficiency include weakness, hypoglycemia, hypotension, and weight loss. Hyperglycemia and hypertension are not considered to be physiologic symptoms of adrenal insufficiency.
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