A 35-year-old female patient taking oral contraceptives is prescribed steroid therapy. What is a priority teaching point for this patient?

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Oral contraceptives can decrease the effectiveness of steroid therapy, so it is important for the patient to consider adding another form of contraception while using both medications. This will help avoid unplanned pregnancy while taking steroids.

A 35-Year-Old Female Patient Taking Oral Contraceptives Is Prescribed Steroid