Question 234 · LEK · Adrenal insufficiency
Which of the following cannot be a symptom of acute adrenocortical insufficiency in children?
- A. abdominal pain.
- B. vomiting.
- C. dehydration.
- D. hypovolemia.
- E. hyperglycemia.
Hint
Recall the effect of cortisol deficiency on blood glucose and of aldosterone deficiency on circulating volume.
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