Which methods should be used to stop steroid therapy? (Select all that apply.)
a. Therapy is stopped immediately.
b. The medication is tapered gradually.
c. After shorter courses, the dosage may be reduced by 50% each day.
d. The dosage may be reduced at consistent intervals.
e. Therapy is stopped once symptoms are improved.
ANS: B, C, D
Corticosteroid therapy must not be stopped abruptly.
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