What would be important to teach a patient on corticosteroid therapy to prevent adrenal insufficiency?
A) Take the medication late in the day to mimic the body.
B) Always have enough medication on hand to avoid running out.
C) Refill prescriptions within one week of running out.
D) It is okay to stop abruptly.
Ans: B
Feedback: The patient and family should be informed that acute adrenal insufficiency and underlying symptoms will recur if corticosteroid therapy is stopped abruptly without medical supervision. The patient should be instructed to always have an adequate supply of the corticosteroid medication to avoid running out
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