The client who has sustained an eye injury has been prescribed prednisolone (Inflamase)
The nurse would most carefully monitor for side effects of this medication if the client has which of the following health problems listed on the medical record? 1. Cirrhosis
2. Hypertension
3. Diabetes mellitus
4. Chronic constipation
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Rationale: The client with diabetes mellitus is especially at risk for side effects when taking this medication, which is a glucocorticoid. The client may experience elevations in the blood glucose level, which should be monitored routinely. The diagnoses identified in "cirrhosis," "hypertension," and "chronic constipation" are not a concern.
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