Corticosteroids

Question 1

Most corticosteroids end in–

Answer 1

ONE

Question 2

What are some examples of corticosteroids?

Answer 2

1. ) dexamethasone
2. ) cortisone
3. ) prednisone

Question 3

What are the primary functions of corticosteroids?

Answer 3

To decrease inflammation and hormone replacement

Question 4

What should you teach clients about stopping corticosteroids therapy

Answer 4

To gradually decrease use don’t abruptly stop

Question 5

What must be monitored while a client is taking steroids

Answer 5

1. ) potassium levels
2. ) glucose levels
3. ) I and Os

Question 6

Corticosteroids may cause symptoms of

Answer 6

Cushing’s syndrome

Question 7

Corticosteroids will also delay____ healing

Answer 7

Wound

Question 8

If the client is NPO for surgery should you still give the steroid?

Do not take steroids on ____ ?

Answer 8

Yes, during surgery, stress and illness in the body increase the need for corticosteroids.

In all other situations, do not take steroids on an empty stomach