A 29-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus has been prescribed 2 weeks of high-dose prednisone therapy. Which information about the prednisone is most important for the nurse to include?
a. Weigh yourself daily to monitor for weight gain caused by increased appetite.
b. A weight-bearing exercise program will help minimize the risk for osteoporosis.
c. The prednisone dose should be decreased gradually rather than stopped suddenly.
d. Call the health care provider if you experience mood alterations with the prednisone.
