Flashcards in Corticosteriods Deck (8)
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Most corticosteriods end in _____
-ONE
2
What are some examples of corticosteroids?
Dexamethasone, cortizone, prednisone
3
What are the primary functions of cortocosteriods?
To decrease inflammation and hormone replacement
4
What should you teach clients about stopping corticosteriod therapy?
To gradually decrease use; don't abruptly stop
5
What must be monitored while a client is taking steroid?
Potassium, level, glucose a level, I and O's
6
Corticosteroids may cause symptoms of ____
Cushing's syndrome
7
Corticosteroids will also delay ____ healing
Wound
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