If you wanted to treat a patient to stimulate carbohydrate metabolism and reduce inflammation, what might you prescribe?
A. ACTH
B. epinephrine
C. aldosterone
D. cortisol
Ans: D. cortisol
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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