A patient has started taking corticosteroids for immune suppression following transplantation. What should the nurse teach the patient about this medication? Select all that apply.

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1. Corticosteroids should be taken with food to prevent gastric irritation and ulcerations.
2. Increased thirst and urination are signs of diabetes.
3. A cushingoid appearance, or full face and trunk, are common side effects of corticosteroids.
4. Patients on steroids often gain weight due to increased sodium and water retention as well as increased appetite.
5. Mood swings are common side effects of corticosteroids.

A Patient Has Started Taking Corticosteroids for Immune Suppression Following