The Mother of a Patient Just Admitted with a Spinal

question 13

Multiple Choice

The mother of a patient just admitted with a spinal cord injury is asking if the patient will be given steroids. How should the nurse explain the role of steroids in treating spinal cord injuries?

• A) Steroids will make the patient feel better overall and retain muscle strength due to its "muscle-bulking" effects.
• B) Steroids have few side effects and remove all symptoms while healing the problem.
• C) Steroids can lead to "road rage and anger outbursts" and therefore are avoided except under extreme emergencies.
• D) Steroids have not been used recently because of possible adverse outcomes.

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