prednisone
CorticosteroidWhat it's for
Inflammation, COPD/asthma flares, autoimmune
Nursing considerations
- Check glucose even in non-diabetics
- Give with food, in the morning
- Never stop abruptly after long-term use — taper only
- Infection signs may hide (no fever)
Key side effects
📈 Watch
Glucose, infection signs, BP
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
