A nurse is teaching a patient with asthma about Azmacort, an inhaled corticosteroid. Which adverse effects should the nurse be sure to address in patient teaching?
A) Dyspnea and increased respiratory secretions
B) Nausea and vomiting
C) Cough and oral thrush
D) Fatigue and decreased level of consciousness
Ans: C
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Azmacort has possible adverse effects of cough, dysphonia, oral thrush (candidiasis), and headache. In high doses, systemic effects may occur (e.g., adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, skin thinning, and easy bruising). The other listed adverse effects are not associated with this drug.
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