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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
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A nurse is teaching a client who has been taking prednisone to treat asthma and has a new prescription to discontinue the medication. The nurse should explain to the client to reduce the dose gradually to prevent which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Adrenocortical insufficiency. When a client abruptly stops taking prednisone, it can suppress the adrenal gland's ability to produce cortisol, leading to adrenocortical insufficiency. Gradually reducing the dose allows the adrenal glands time to resume cortisol production, preventing this adverse effect. Rebound pulmonary congestion (choice
A) is not directly related to discontinuing prednisone. Severe dehydration (choice
C) and hyperglycemia (choice
D) are not typically associated with discontinuing prednisone but rather with other factors.
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