A client is hospitalized for an exacerbation of sarcoidosis. The nurse anticipates an order to administer
a. antipyretics.
b. corticosteroids.
c. high-dose antibiotics.
d. rifampin.
B
Sarcoidosis consists of an immune response at the site of involvement. Corticosteroids are used to blunt this response. Antibiotics and antipyretics are usually not a major part of the treatment plan. Rifampin is for TB.
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