A patient is on lifelong replacement therapy with hydrocortisone.The patient is scheduled for surgery.The nurse anticipates that prior to surgery, the patient's hydrocortisone dose will:

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Patients on lifelong hydrocortisone therapy require an increased dose prior to surgery to mimic the body's natural stress response and prevent adrenal insufficiency.

A Patient Is on Lifelong Replacement Therapy with Hydrocortisone