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ATI Pharmacology NRSG 106 Fletcher Exam Questions
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A patient who has been on long-term corticosteroid therapy has had surgery to correct an abdominal hernia. The nurse keeps in mind that which potential effect of this medication may have the most impact on the patient's recovery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Delayed wound healing. Corticosteroids can suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation, which are essential for proper wound healing. This effect can significantly impact a patient's recovery post-surgery. Hypotension (
A) is not a common effect of corticosteroids in this scenario. Muscle weakness (
B) may occur but is not directly related to wound healing. Osteoporosis (
C) is a long-term effect of corticosteroid therapy but is not the most immediate concern post-surgery.
Therefore, delayed wound healing (
D) is the most relevant potential effect in this case.
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