Which client statement indicates that teaching about hydrocortisone replacement therapy has been ineffective?
1. "I should take aspirin if I develop a fever."
2. "I should report any wounds that are slow to heal to the health care provider."
3. "I might gain a small amount of weight."
4. "I should avoid alcohol and caffeine."
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Aspirin can contribute to ulcer development during long-term hydrocortisone therapy and should be avoided.
Rationale 2: Slow wound healing could occur and should be reported immediately.
Rationale 3: Slight weight gain could occur.
Rationale 4: Alcohol and caffeine should be eliminated to reduce the development of peptic ulcer disease.
Global Rationale: Aspirin can contribute to ulcer development during long-term hydrocortisone therapy and should be avoided. Alcohol and caffeine should be eliminated to reduce the development of peptic ulcer disease. Slow wound healing could occur and should be reported immediately. Slight weight gain could occur.
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