A Patient Taking High Doses of a Glucocorticoid Develops Weakness

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient taking high doses of a glucocorticoid develops weakness in the muscles of the upper arms and in the legs. What will the nurse do?

• A) Contact the provider to ask about reducing the dose.
• B) Encourage the patient to restrict sodium intake.
• C) Reassure the patient that this is an expected side effect.
• D) Tell the patient to stop taking the drug.

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