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What is the functional class of prednisone?
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corticosteroid
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What is the action of prednisone?
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decreases inflammation by supression of migration of plymorphonuclear leukocytes, fibroblasts, reversal to increase capillary permeability and lysosomal stabilization
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What is prednisone used for?
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severe inflammation, immunosuppresion, neoplasms, multiple sclerosis, collagen and dermatalogic disorders
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What are the side effects of prednisone?
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CV:circulatory collapse, thrombophlebitis, embolism
GI: GI hemorrhage HEMA: thrombocytopenia |
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What are two priority lab values to assess for a patient taking prednisone? Why?
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WBC = product may mask infection
Blood sugar = all steroids will raise blood sugar levels |
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What is the therapeutic response of prednisone?
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ease of respirations, decreased inflammation
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Which should be given first, a corticosteroid or a bronchiodilator?
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Bronchiodilator first; to open air passageways for better assimilation of steroid
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