A Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Develops Cushing's Syndrome

question 39

Multiple Choice

A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease develops Cushing's syndrome related to long-term steroid use.The physician writes an order to discontinue the steroids.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Question the order.
• B) Monitor the patient's weight daily.
• C) Monitor the patient's blood glucose level.
• D) Instruct the patient to report worsening respiratory symptoms.

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