A patient on a high dosage of corticosteroids over a period of time may develop which type of psychiatric complication?
a. Lethargy
b. Psychotic behaviors
c. Manic phases
d. Anxiety attacks
ANS: B
A patient receiving a higher dosage of corticosteroids is susceptible to psychotic behavioral changes. The most susceptible patient is one with previous histories of mental dysfunction. Perform a baseline assessment of the patient's ability to respond rationally to the environment and the diagnosis of the underlying disease. Lethargy, mania, and anxiety are not common complications of treatment with corticosteroids.
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