Use the mechanism of action of the corticosteroids to determine the physiological action that results from their administration.
A. Corticosteroids inhibit the production of allergic antibodies.
B. Corticosteroids inhibit the activity of inflammatory cells.
C. Corticosteroids inhibit the release of inflammatory mediators from mast cells.
D. All of these are correct.
Answer: D
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