Which of the following is true about corticotropin (ACTH)?
a. Clients with diabetes taking ACTH may experience a need for an increase in their insulin dosage.
b. ACTH is not a commonly prescribed medication because of severe adverse effects.
c. ACTH can be given orally, intravenously, or intramuscularly.
d. ACTH is the treatment of choice for hyperpituitarism.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is important to consider when caring for clients with DM (diabetes mellitus) prescribed ACTH.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement. It is commonly prescribed to treat hypoparathyroidism.
C Incorrect: This is administered subcutaneously.
D Incorrect: ACTH is used to treat hypopituitarism.
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