An 18-year-old girl is diagnosed with adenoma of the anterior pituitary gland. What classic signs of this diagnosis should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cessation of menses
b. Milk production
c. Changing facial features
d. Excessive urine output
e. Weight gain
A, B, C, E
The anterior pituitary gland controls the endocrine glands and excretes growth hormone. The signs of an adenoma of the anterior pituitary glands are amenorrhea, galactorrhea, and weight gain. The posterior pituitary controls diuresis.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).