Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 13-year-old with muscular dystrophy receiving corticosteroidsWhen 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.)
Correct answer
B,C,D
Rationale
The correct answer is B, C, D. 1) Mood changes: Corticosteroids can cause mood swings in adolescents. 2) Weight gain: Common side effect of corticosteroids due to fluid retention and increased appetite. 3) Osteoporosis: Long-term corticosteroid use can lead to bone density loss. A: Chronic fatigue and E: Weight loss are less likely with corticosteroid use in this context.