Which of the following statements regarding administration of systemic corticosteroids is most appropriate for this patient?
A. Perform an ACTH stimulation test and give methylprednisolone if adrenally insufficient Wrong Choice!
B. Perform an ACTH stimulation test and give hydrocortisone if adrenally insufficient Wrong Choice!
C. Give hydrocortisone, there is no need for ACTH stimulation testing Correct Choice
D. Do not start corticosteroids in this patient Wrong Choice!
Answer:C
Which of the following statements regarding administration of systemic corticosteroids is most appropriate for this patient?
A. Perform an ACTH stimulation test and give methylprednisolone if adrenally insufficient Wrong Choice! B. Perform an ACTH stimulation test and give hydrocortisone if adrenally insufficient Wrong Choice! C. Give hydrocortisone, there is no need for ACTH stimulation testing Correct Choice D. Do not start corticosteroids in this patient Wrong Choice!