Steroid counselling Flashcards
1
Q
specific conditions to ask about in PMH steroids
A
peptic ulcer
Osteoporosis
hypertension
DM
2
Q
steroids action
A
reduce inflammation & swelling
replace body production
3
Q
is it the same as steroids bodybuilders use
A
no
4
Q
timing
A
once a day
same time
long term
5
Q
SEs
A
mood changes // weight gain // skin thinning // acne
PUD // gastritis // osteoporosis // DM // immunosuppression
6
Q
CIs
A
NSAIDs
7
Q
safety netting
A
offer PPI
vitD
calcium
