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tichca

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A client has been prescribed glucocorticoids for the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform for the client?
 
  A) Take and record vital signs every 4 to 8 hours.
  B) Test the serum electrolyte levels.
  C) Auscultate the abdomen and record the findings.
  D) Observe for signs of blanching of the skin.

Question 2

A client is receiving corticosteroids at a health care facility. The client is also receiving digoxin as treatment for heart failure. The nurse understands that which of the following is a possibility due to the interaction of these two drugs?
 
  A) Increased risk for toxicity
  B) Decreased muscle function
  C) Increased risk of hyperkalemia
  D) Decreased serum corticosteroid levels


Ahernandez18

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
When glucocorticoids are administered to the client, the nurse should take and record vital signs every 4 to 8 hours. The nurse need not perform assessments related to serum electrolyte levels, abdominal auscultation, or skin blanching. These are appropriate for a client receiving vasopressin therapy.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
The nurse should observe for an increased risk for digoxin toxicity when corticosteroids are given with digoxin. Decreased muscle function, hyperkalemia, and decreased serum corticosteroid levels are not associated with the interaction.


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tichca

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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