A Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Has a Prescription for 2

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient with systemic lupus erythematosus has a prescription for 2 weeks of high-dose prednisone therapy. When teaching the patient about the prednisone, which information is most important for the nurse to include?

• A) Call the doctor if you experience any mood alterations with the prednisone.
• B) Do not stop taking the prednisone suddenly; it should be decreased gradually.
• C) A weight-bearing exercise program will help minimize the risk for osteoporosis.
• D) Weigh yourself daily to monitor for weight gain caused by water or increased fat.

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