77. A patient with severe asthma is prescribed systemic corticosteroids (e.g., oral prednisone) for a short course. The nurse should include which instruction for discontinuing the medication?
A.
Stop taking it immediately once symptoms improve.
B.
Taper the dose gradually as directed by the physician.
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C.
Take a higher dose on alternate days.
D.
Take it only when experiencing severe symptoms.
📖 Additional Information
Stop taking it immediately once symptoms improve.
Taper the dose gradually as directed by the physician.
