Hydrocortisone has been prescribed to a patient for the treatment of Addison's disease, and the patient will soon be discharged. The nurse should encourage the patient to take this medication
A) at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after meals.
B) at bedtime.
C) before 9 AM
D) with an antacid.
C
Feedback:
Administration of hydrocortisone should take place every morning before 9 AM. This minimizes HPA suppression. People should take the oral preparation with food to decrease gastric irritation.
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