Which prescription regarding an oral hydrocortisone for a toddler-age client diagnosed with congenital adrenal insufficiency should the nurse anticipate when the client is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia?
1. It will be discontinued.
2. It will be reduced.
3. It will be continued as previously prescribed.
4. It will be increased.
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Explanation:
1. Hydrocortisone is the glucocorticoid that helps the body deal with stress. It would be inappropriate to stop the medication.
2. The drug dosage would not be decreased.
3. During periods of stress, the child will need additional corticosteroids.
4. During periods of stress including illness and surgery, the dose of steroids needs to be increased.
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