A patient has been taking high doses of oral prednisone for 1 week because of an exacerbation of asthma symptoms. He is about to go home and is given a prescription for another week of prednisone therapy, but with doses tapering downward before the medication is stopped. The patient asks, “Why do I need to bother with this drug if it’s only for a week? Can’t I just stop it now?” What is the priority when the nurse answers this patient’s questions? Explain your answer.
[Verified Answer]: A patient has been taking high doses of…
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