PTA Question of the Week – Hypoadrenalism

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You are treating a patient with a history of hypoadrenalism. Which of the following disturbances may be present clinically due to this condition?

  1. Loss of proteins may lead to fatigue, weakness, and risk of tendon rupture
  2. Deposits of fat localized in the lower extremities
  3. Hypoglycemia
  4. Overproduction of collagen-building scar tissue

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