A patient has started taking corticosteroids for immune suppression following transplantation
What should the nurse teach the patient about this medication? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Take this medication 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating.
2. Increased thirst and urination may occur, but should be reported immediately.
3. Your face may have a full or round appearance after taking this medication.
4. You may have a deceased appetite and lose weight while on this medication.
5. Mood swings are common when taking this medication.
2,3,5
Rationale 1: Corticosteroids should be taken with food to prevent gastric irritation and ulcerations.
Rationale 2: Increased thirst and urination are signs of diabetes.
Rationale 3: A cushingoid appearance, or full face and trunk, are common side effects of corticosteroids.
Rationale 4: Patients on steroids often gain weight due to increased sodium and water retention as well as increased appetite.
Rationale 5: Mood swings are common side effects of corticosteroids.
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