corticosterdoids

Question 1

names

Answer 1

-prednisone (deltasone)
-hydrocortison (hydrocort)
-dexamethasone (ozurdex)
-fluticasone (flovent HFA)
-beclomethasone
-flunisolide (aerospan)
-ciclesonide (zetonna)

Question 2

action

Answer 2

-anti inflammatory
-reduce number of mast cells in airway

Question 3

uses

Answer 3

-COPD
-rheumatoid arthritis
-lupus

Question 4

side effects

Answer 4

-hyperglycemia
-osteoporosis
-decreased immunity/sepsis
-depression
-hypertension
-decreased libido
-weight gain
-risk for cataracts

Question 5

patient education

Answer 5

-report signs of infection
-increase calcium
-yearly optometrist appointment
-never stop suddenly
-rinse mouth to decrease risk of infection
-administer bronchodilator first then wait 5 min then corticosteroid