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A client with a new prescription for prednisone for the treatment of Addison's disease needs teaching. Which instruction should the nurse include?

  • A. Take the medication with food
  • B. Avoid taking aspirin
  • C. Schedule a bone density test
  • D. Expect increased appetite
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct instruction for the nurse to include is to schedule a bone density test. Prednisone can lead to reduced bone density, making regular monitoring crucial for clients on long-term therapy. Instructing the client to take the medication with food (choice A) or avoid taking aspirin (choice B) are not directly related to prednisone therapy for Addison's disease. While prednisone can cause increased appetite, it is not the priority instruction in this scenario, compared to monitoring bone density (choice D).