A client has cortisol deficiency and is being treated with prednisone (Deltasone).Which instruction by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Steroid dosage adjustment may be needed and might be difficult,especially in hot weather,when the client is sweating a great deal more than normal.Clients take prednisone orally,have no need for a salt restriction,and usually start the regimen with two tablets in the morning and one at night.

A Client Has Cortisol Deficiency and Is Being Treated with Prednisone