Steroids Flashcards
1
Q
Glucocorticoids
A
Hydrocortisone, Dexamethasone & Prednisone
2
Q
Side effects of Glucocorticoid
A
Increased intraocular pressure (watch those w glaucoma) fluid retention high BP mood swings weight gain
3
Q
Long term side effects of corticosteroids
A
cataracts high blood sugar--- diabetes increased risk for infection Thinning bones & fractures bruising slow wound healing
4
Q
Nursing Implications of corticosteroids
A
do NOT stop taking abruptly (taper off)
5
Q
Fludrocortisone (Florinef)
A
only mineralocorticoid replacement
6
Q
MAO of Fludrocortisone (Florinef)
A
salt wasting - inability to maintain NA levels w high K levels
