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A client complaining of weight gain and acne undergoes laboratory testing, which reveals elevated cortisol levels and hyperglycemia. The client has no prior medical history, and does not take any medications. After further testing and imaging to determine the cause of the elevated cortisol levels, the client is diagnosed with Cushing disease caused by a pituitary adenoma. Which of the following statements should the nurse include when teaching the client about this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Cushing disease from a pituitary adenoma requires surgical removal of the pituitary tumor, not adrenal glands (
B). Tapering corticosteroids (
A) is irrelevant as the client isn't taking them. Hydrocortisone (
C) is for Addison's disease. Glucose checks (
D) are secondary to addressing the tumor.

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