A Patient Who Has Been Taking a Glucocorticoid for Several

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been taking a glucocorticoid for several months arrives in the clinic. The nurse notes that the patient's cheeks appear full and that a prominent hump of fat is present on the upper back. The nurse will ask the provider to order which test(s) ?

• A) Liver function tests
• B) Serum electrolytes
• C) Tuberculin skin test
• D) Vitamin D levels

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Definitions:

Hallucinations

Perceptions of objects, sounds, or sensations that appear real but are created by the mind, commonly associated with mental health conditions.

Apathy

A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about emotional, social, or physical life.

Tactile Hallucinations

Hallucinations involving the sensation of touch or physical contact, which is not based on external stimuli.

Disturbed Orientation

A condition where an individual has difficulty recognizing the time, place, or identity of people, often seen in cognitive disorders.