prednisone Flashcards
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prednisone
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mimics the effect of natural steroid hormone
treatment of non endocrine disorders like cancer
decrease inflammation in RA,MS, asthma attacks and allergic reactions
hyperglycemia, retention of Na+ and loss of K+
GI discomfort
infection
cushing syndrome
monitor weight, BP, BG, Na+ and K+
teach s/s of GI bleeding
don’t abrutly stop
rinse the mouth after taking
