Which education should the nurse provide a client that has been prescribed a second 10-day course of a corticosteroid?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "Make certain you do weight-bearing exercises at least three times each week."
B. "Weigh yourself every day."
C. "Let us know if you develop a fever."
D. "Monitor the color of your urine."
E. "If you feel jittery or anxious, discontinue the medication."
Answer: C
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