Glucocorticoids in Nonendocrine Disorders

Question 1

What are the two common names for corticosteroids?

Answer 1

Prednisone

Cortison

Question 2

What is the main use of corticosteroids?

Answer 2

To suppress inflammation

Question 3

What is the recommended dosing for Corticosteroids?

Answer 3

Low and slow

Question 4

What are some adverse effects for corticosteroids?

Answer 4

Increased vulnerability to infection 
Osteoporosis
PUD
Muscle wasting and thinning of the skin 
Sudden adrenal insufficiency

Question 5

What is the most common electrolyte imbalance with some experiencing adverse effects from corticosteroids?

Answer 5

Hypokalemia

Question 6

What should you check the MAR for before distributing corticosteroids?

Answer 6

To see if the patient is receiving a live virus vaccine

Question 7

What should you check in the patients history before administering corticosteroids?

Answer 7

History of systemic fungal infection (goat)

*hard no

Question 8

When should you tell the patient to take corticosteroids?

Answer 8

In the morning

Question 9

What should you evaluate on a patient who is taking corticosteroids?

Answer 9

signs of hypokalemia

irregular pulses