A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease develops Cushing's syndrome related to long-term steroid use.The physician writes an order to discontinue the steroids.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) Question the order.
B) Monitor the patient's weight daily.
C) Monitor the patient's blood glucose level.
D) Instruct the patient to report worsening respiratory symptoms.
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