The patient has recently been diagnosed with Addison's disease. What patient teaching points should the health care provider emphasize about drug therapy for Addison's disease?
a. Corticosteroids should be maintained at a steady level at all times.
b. Corticosteroids are adjusted to meet changes in the patient's stress level.
c. Corticosteroids are adjusted according to blood glucose measurements.
d. Corticosteroids are adjusted according to blood pressure measurements.
ANS: B
Instruct patients regarding the need to temporarily increase drug dosages during times of stress.
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