The nurse is assisting with discharge of a patient with Addison's disease following an adrenal crisis.Which instruction is most important for the nurse to reinforce?

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Steroid replacements are essential because the patient with Addison's disease does not have adequate steroid hormones.B.Blood glucose levels are monitored if a patient is on high-dose steroids,not for replacement steroids.A.C.Diet and exercise are important but are not immediately life-threatening if not carried out.

The Nurse Is Assisting with Discharge of a Patient with Addison's