Which statement by a woman with Addison disease would indicate a disturbance in body image?
a. "Will I look like a zebra for the rest of my life?"
b. "I have found makeup to cover my rash."
c. "With this red face, I sure can't wear pink anymore."
d. "At last! I look like I have a suntan."
A
The brown hyperpigmentation of Addison disease appears on the face and in body creases, joints, and pressure points, and it is obvious. The skin changes are not a rash nor are they red.
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