A nurse assesses clients for potential endocrine dysfunction. Which client is at greatest risk for a deficiency of gonadotropin and growth hormone?
a. A 36-year-old female who has used oral contraceptives for 5 years
b. A 42-year-old male who experienced head trauma 3 years ago
c. A 55-year-old female with a severe allergy to shellfish and iodine
d. A 64-year-old male with adult-onset diabetes mellitus
ANS: B
Gonadotropin and growth hormone are anterior pituitary hormones. Head trauma is a common cause of anterior pituitary hypofunction. The other factors do not increase the risk of this condition.
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