A client reports taking corticosteroid therapy for the last 6 months to treat reactive airway disease.The client says,My doctor wouldn't refill my prescription so I went to a different doctor and just didn't say anything about taking corticosteroids." The nurse would pay particular attention to which assessment in this client?
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Corticosteroids can cause hypertension (A) and weight gain (B) due to fluid retention and increased appetite. Long-term use can also lead to cataracts or glaucoma, affecting visual acuity (C).

A Client Reports Taking Corticosteroid Therapy for the Last 6