Prednisolone Flashcards
1
Q
Prednisolone: Class
A
Corticosteroid
2
Q
Prednisolone: Action
A
Decreases inflammation
3
Q
Prednisolone: Uses
A
- Severe inflammation
- Immunosuppression
- Asthma
4
Q
Prednisolone: Notable SFX
A
- Retention of sodium or water
- Hypokalemia
- Hypertension
5
Q
True or False
A pt taking Prednisolone should wear emergency ID as steroid user
A
True
6
Q
What should a pt taking Prednisolone do if the therapeutic affect decreases?
A
Contact HCP
7
Q
What is the teaching about stopping Prednisolone.
A
- Never stop abruptly, adrenal crisis can result.
- Must be tapered
8
Q
What OTC products should be avoided for the pt taking Prenisolone?
A
- Salicylates (aspirin)
- Cough products with alcohol
- Cold preparations unless directed by prescriber
9
Q
What adverse s/s may manifest for a pt taking Prednisolone?
A
- Moon face, buffalo hump, rapid weight gain, excessive sweating, stretch marks
- Adrenal insufficiency
10
Q
What are the s/s of adrenal insufficiency?
A
- Nausea
- Anorexia
- Fatigue/weakness
- Dizziness
- Dyspnea
- Joint pain
