Hyperpituitarism
by Cathy Parkes February 23, 2023

A patient with hyperpituitarism may require surgical treatment with a hypophysectomy. Educate the patient to avoid activities that may increase intracranial pressure after surgery (e.g., coughing, sneezing, nose blowing, bending at the waist, straining during bowel movements).
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