A Patient with Pericarditis Is Prescribed Corticosteroids

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient with pericarditis is prescribed corticosteroids.What should the nurse emphasize when teaching about this medication?

• A) Take the medication as prescribed
• B) Increase the dose if symptoms get worse
• C) Reduce the frequency when symptoms subside
• D) Consider taking a dose every other day to reduce side effects

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