Why Must Steroids Be Tapered After Long-Term Use

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why must steroids be tapered after long-term use?

• A)Chronic use intensifies adrenal response.
• B)So that the resolution of longer-term adrenal suppression is not rapid.
• C)Tapering reduces the sequela of "moon facies" and lipomas.
• D)Abrupt cessation causes tachyphylaxis.

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