Multiple Choice
Which information should the nurse include in a teaching plan about cortisol for a patient who is HIV-positive?
A) Chronically high levels of cortisol accelerate immune decline.
B) Cortisol levels that are lowest in the morning boost the immune response.
C) A flattened cortisol circadian pattern indicates a healthy immune system.
D) Low cortisol levels are associated with the development of AIDS.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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