A patient has been on high-dose corticosteroid therapy for the treatment of lupus erythematosus. In addition to monitoring electrolyte levels, which laboratory studies will the nurse monitor?
a. Complete blood count
b. Partial thromboplastin time
c. Liver function panel
d. Blood glucose levels
ANS: D
Corticosteroid therapy may induce hyperglycemia, particularly in prediabetic or diabetic patients. All patients must be monitored for the development of hyperglycemia, particularly during the early weeks of therapy. Steroids do not affect blood count, bleeding time, or liver function.
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