A Patient Has Recently Been Placed on Inhaled Corticosteroids

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient has recently been placed on inhaled corticosteroids.Which common adverse effects should the nurse discuss with the patient?

• A)Fatigue and depression
• B)Anxiety and peripheral vasoconstriction
• C)Headache and rapid heart rate
• D)Oral candidiasis and dry mouth

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Definitions:

Unconscious Forces

The motivations, desires, or thoughts that influence an individual's behavior without their conscious awareness, often explored in psychoanalytic theory.

Normal

Refers to what is considered typical, usual, or conforming to standard or common patterns in a certain context.

Abnormal Behavior

Behaviors that deviate significantly from societal norms or expectations, often resulting in distress or functional impairment.

Adulthood

The period in an individual's life after they have reached physical maturity, marked by increased independence and responsibility.