A 51-year-old male with a history of hypertension has received a kidney transplant
The client's physician is explaining some of the consequences of the procedure, including the fact that he will need to be on long-term steroid therapy. Which of the following teaching points should the physician emphasize?
A)
"One of the risks that these steroids bring is the possibility that part of a bone might die."
B)
"Steroids will help your body to not reject your new kidney, but they bring a risk of bone infection."
C)
"You're going to have to avoid contact sports because the steroids will make your bones very susceptible to breakage."
D)
"If you notice sudden limb pain after taking your steroid pills, it could be an increase in pressure in the compartment around your muscles."
Ans:
A
Feedback:
Osteonecrosis is strongly associated with steroid therapy. Osteomyelitis, decreased bone density, and compartment syndrome are not associated with steroid therapy.
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