The nurse is educating an older adult patient with reduced cortisol levels. Which statement indicates that the patient accurately understands the nurse's teaching?
a. "I should avoid crowds because low cor-tisol levels weaken my immune system."
b. "I should keep stress to a minimum be-cause low cortisol levels make it harder for my body to deal with stress."
c. "I should avoid hot climates because low cortisol levels impact temperature regula-tion."
d. "I should avoid salty foods because low cortisol levels keep my body from processing sodium."
B
Cortisol is a mineralocorticoid produced by the adrenal glands. Cortisol acts to increase glucose levels in the blood. Cortisol also helps counteract the inflammatory response. The reduced pro-duction of cortisol hinders the older adult in dealing with stress.
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