Which Statement(s)made by a Patient on a Corticosteroid Medication Show(s)a

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement(s) made by a patient on a corticosteroid medication show(s) a need for further education?

• A) "I should increase my potassium intake."
• B) "I may have to decrease my fluid intake."
• C) "I will avoid weight-bearing measures."
• D) "I will change position frequently."

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Definitions:

DSM-5

The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a comprehensive classification of mental disorders by the American Psychiatric Association.

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health disorders characterized by significant disturbances in an individual’s mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Disorders

Psychiatric conditions characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels, ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.

Depressive Disorders

A group of conditions characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and worthlessness and a lack of desire to engage in previously enjoyable activities.