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    ATI RN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 2023

    A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a parent of a child who has juvenile idiopathic arthritis and a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing the risk for infection, so monitoring for signs of infection is important. B. Gastrointestinal upset is a common side effect of prednisone, but the medication should not be discontinued unless directed by a provider. C. Prednisone can cause sodium retention, not potassium loss, so potassium-rich foods are not restricted. D. Prednisone may stunt growth, not sti

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