Ati nur209 pediatrics final assessment proctored exam 2025
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When caring for a 13-year-old with muscular dystrophy receiving corticosteroids to slow disease progression, which of the following medication side effects would you assess for? (Select All that Apply.)
Explanation & Rationale
A. Incorrect → Chronic fatigue is more related to the disease itself rather than the medication. B. Mood changes → Corticosteroids can cause mood swings, anxiety, and irritability. C. Weight gain → Steroids increase appetite and fat distribution, leading to weight gain. D. Osteoporosis → Long-term corticosteroid use reduces bone density, increasing fracture risk. E. Incorrect → Corticosteroids generally cause weight gain, not weight loss.
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