Rhianna Herrera (pronouns she/her/hers), 45 years old Chief Complaint: Unexplained weight gain, particularly in the face and abdomen, easy bruising, and muscle weakness Assessment: Central obesity, moon face, purple striae on the abdomen, acne to face, and excessive hair growth to face and chest Diagnostic Tests: Laboratory results reveal elevated serum cortisol levels and low adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) levels. Imaging studies reveal an adrenal tumor. 4/22/20XX 1035 Vital Signs: Blood pressure 160/110 mmHg, heart rate 86 bpm, respiratory rate 16 bpm, temperature 98.6 °F (37 °C) oral, pulse oximetry 98% on room air Which of the following should the nurse practitioner (NP) include in Rhianna’s care? Select all that apply. Prescribe ketoconazole Surgical referral Prescribe hydrocortisone Educate about stress reduction techniques Prescribe antihypertensives
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