CORTICOSTEROIDS


Major Side Effects Nursing Interventions
cortizone, dexamethazone cushing's syndrome, adrenal depression, skin atrophy CREAMS: -do not apply to broken skin -don't apply near eyes SYSTEMIC: -monitor for edema, signs of infection -avoid immobility (increased risk of osteoporosis) -never discontinue abruptly (taper the dose)

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