Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 234

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Which of the following laboratory tests must be monitored for pregnant patients receiving dexamethasone?

  

     A. Random blood sugar

     B. Serum Calcium

     C. Red blood cell count

     D. Uric acid

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Random blood sugar.

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Elevation of blood glucose level is expected for patients receiving corticosteroid therapy such as dexamethasone so a routine check on the sugar level must be monitored.

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Options B & D: These are not related to the use of dexamethasone.

Option C: Instead of Red blood cell count, White blood cell count must be monitored for any signs of infection, because corticosteroid suppresses the immune system.

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