Abstract
Corticosteroids are essential in the management of various inflammatory conditions, but their adverse effects can be a problem. The authors describe the uses and effects of corticosteroids, and discuss the nursing role in minimising problems associated with their use.
MeSH terms
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Administration, Inhalation
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Administration, Oral
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Administration, Topical
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents / adverse effects*
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents / classification
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents / therapeutic use*
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Drug Interactions
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Drug Monitoring / nursing*
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Humans
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Hypothalamus / drug effects
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Hypothalamus / metabolism
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Inflammation
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Nurse's Role*
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Nursing Assessment
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Patient Care Planning
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Patient Compliance / psychology
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Patient Selection
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Pituitary-Adrenal System / drug effects
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Pituitary-Adrenal System / metabolism
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Steroids
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Time Factors
Substances
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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Steroids