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A client has just been prescribed prednisone. Which of the following assessment findings could be attributed to this medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Abdominal distention. Prednisone is a corticosteroid known to cause abdominal distention due to its side effects of bloating and fluid retention. This is a common adverse effect seen in patients taking prednisone. Lowered blood pressure (
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A) is not typically associated with prednisone, as it can actually cause hypertension. Reduced blood glucose (
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C) is also not a common side effect of prednisone, as it can lead to hyperglycemia. Weight loss of 2 pounds (
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D) is unlikely to be attributed to prednisone, as weight gain is a more common side effect due to fluid retention and increased appetite.

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