A patient with a history of dermatitis takes corticosteroids on a regular basis. The nurse should assess the patient for which of the following complications of therapy?
A) Immunosuppression
B) Agranulocytosis
C) Anemia
D) Thrombocytopenia
Ans: A
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Corticosteroids such as prednisone can cause immunosuppression. Corticosteroids do not typically cause agranulocytosis, anemia, or low platelet counts.
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