A patient who requires long-term glucocorticoid therapy complains ...

[crazycityslicker]

A patient who requires long-term glucocorticoid therapy complains of edema. Which instruction would the nurse give?
 
  1. Augment the diet with calcium supplements.
  2. Restrict sodium intake.
  3. Take the glucocorticoid every 3-4 days instead of daily.
  4. Discontinue the glucocorticoid.

Question 2

A patient takes a high-dose glucocorticoid drug. Which nursing diagnosis should be added to the plan of care?
 
  1. Risk for disturbed sensory perception, auditory
  2. Risk for infection
  3. Risk for fluid volume deficit
  4. Risk for ineffective airway clearance

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

[crazycityslicker]

Thank you!

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