A 29-yr-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."
B) "The prednisone dose should be decreased gradually."
C) "A weight-bearing exercise program will help minimize risk for osteoporosis."
D) "Call the health care provider if you have mood changes with the prednisone."
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