The nurse is assessing a patient with Addison's disease during a follow-up visit. The nurse knows to stay alert for

Explanation

• Hyponatremia is caused by reduced aldosterone secretion. This results in sodium excretion and potassium reabsorption.

• Addison's disease also causes hyperkalemia, hypercalcemia, hypoglycemia, and hyperpigmentation.

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