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Title: Steroids may be prescribed to a patient in septic shock. For what additional interventions would the
Post by: Jendo on May 19, 2016
Steroids may be prescribed to a patient in septic shock. For what additional interventions would the nurse plan when providing this medication?
1. There is a slower reversal of sepsis when steroids are given.
2. There is a risk of superinfection when steroids are given.
3. Vasopressor therapy can often be reduced when steroids are given.
4. Immunosuppression is reduced when steroids are given.


Title: Re: Steroids may be prescribed to a patient in septic shock. For what additional interventions would
Post by: Canamerica on Jun 10, 2016
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Title: Re: Steroids may be prescribed to a patient in septic shock. For what additional interventions would the
Post by: Jendo on Jun 11, 2016
Can't believe you even gave me an explanation, really appreciate your help. Problem solved


Title: Re: Steroids may be prescribed to a patient in septic shock. For what additional interventions would the
Post by: Canamerica on Jun 17, 2016
Let me know if you need even more of an explanation